Star Wars™ and the Power of Costume

May 20 – September 30, 2018

Updated May 19, 2018

Take a unique journey into the Star Wars™ universe as characters are brought to life through a dramatic presentation of more than 60 original costumes. Star Wars™ and the Power of Costume will closely examine the captivating process of costume design for iconic outfits featured in the first seven films of the Star Wars saga—from Queen Amidala’s lavish gowns to Darth Vader’s imposing black armor.

This exhibition goes beyond the chronological, literary, or filmic order often used to chronicle Star Wars™. It focuses instead on the creative process, encompassing the essence of George Lucas’ vision and the exciting challenge of translating his iconic characters into a dynamic reality.

The appropriate credit and legal mention must be visible. Media may crop the provided images to suit their specific needs, but the importance of the proper credit must be stressed.

 

Darth Vader, Star Wars™: Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Take a unique journey into the Star Wars™ universe as characters are brought to life through a dramatic presentation of more than 60 original costumes. Star Wars™ and the Power of Costume will closely examine the captivating process of costume design for iconic outfits featured in the first seven films of the Star Wars saga—from Queen Amidala’s lavish gowns to Darth Vader’s imposing black armor.

This exhibition goes beyond the chronological, literary, or filmic order often used to chronicle Star Wars™. It focuses instead on the creative process, encompassing the essence of George Lucas’ vision and the exciting challenge of translating his iconic characters into a dynamic reality.

The appropriate credit and legal mention must be visible. Media may crop the provided images to suit their specific needs, but the importance of the proper credit must be stressed.

 

Images

Obi Wan Kenobi, Jedi Robes. Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace.

Obi Wan Kenobi, Jedi Robes. Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Padmé Amidala, Lake Retreat Dining Gown with Feathered Cape. Star Wars™: Attack of the Clones. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Padmé Amidala, Lake Retreat Dining Gown with Feathered Cape. Star Wars™: Attack of the Clones. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Queen Apailana Funeral Costume, Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Queen Apailana Funeral Costume, Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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C-3PO, Star Wars™: The Empire Strikes Back and R2-D2, Star Wars™: A New Hope. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

C-3PO, Star Wars™: The Empire Strikes Back and R2-D2, Star Wars™: A New Hope. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Senate Guard, Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Senate Guard, Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Stormtrooper. Star Wars™: Return of the Jedi. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Stormtrooper. Star Wars™: Return of the Jedi. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Tusken Raider, Female Costume. Star Wars™: Attack of the Clones. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Tusken Raider, Female Costume. Star Wars™: Attack of the Clones. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Concept Art, Chewbacca. Star Wars™: A New Hope. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Concept Art, Chewbacca. Star Wars™: A New Hope. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Concept Art, Queen Amidala Senate Gown. Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Concept Art, Queen Amidala Senate Gown. Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Darth Sidious, Senate Chamber Robes. Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Darth Sidious, Senate Chamber Robes. Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Darth Vader, Star Wars™: Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Darth Vader, Star Wars™: Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Han Solo. Star Wars™: Return of the Jedi. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Han Solo. Star Wars™: Return of the Jedi. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Mas Amedda, Senate Robes. Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Mas Amedda, Senate Robes. Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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R2-D2 Concept Art, About 1975, Ralph McQuarrie, graphite pencil on paper. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

R2-D2 Concept Art, About 1975, Ralph McQuarrie, graphite pencil on paper. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Darth Vader Concept Art, 1976, John Mollo, graphite pencil, colored pencil and ink on paper. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

Darth Vader Concept Art, 1976, John Mollo, graphite pencil, colored pencil and ink on paper. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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Queen Jamillia Concept Art

Queen Jamillia Concept Art, 1999, Iain McCaig, ink, graphite pencil, and paint on paper. © & ™ 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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