‘Dune: Part Two’ Costumes Were Inspired by 1950s Paris Runways and Balenciaga

Jacqueline West searched far and wide to bring the expansive world of Denis Villeneueve’s “Dune: Part Two” to life. The seasoned artisan recruited the help of locals in Budapest and jewelry makers in the Middle East to tell a visual story through costume, particularly with the female characters in the film. She also looked to the past, finding inspiration in 1920s Tiffany jewelry, Balenciaga and even the haute couture renaissance of the 1950s. The sequel builds upon the worlds of Arrakis and Giedi Prime, but also introduces Florence Pugh as Princess Irulean, a Bene Gesserit and the daughter of the… Read Full Article