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About Nicole

Nicole Marrington is a Perth based costume designer and maker for Western Australian theatre, film and other performing arts industries.

Since graduating from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) in 2011, Nicole has contributed to the success of productions in a variety of roles whether in design, cutting, costume construction, coordination or all of the above.

“A considered construction of costume items and thoughtful design is the highest priority for me. With my network of experienced makers in WA, professional studio space, knowledge of fabrics and sourcing locations I can confidently offer an extremely high standard of design realisation from start to finish.” 

Nicole’s breadth of industry experience is further detailed on her professional resume at the link below.

sketch of woman dancing in dress
nicole marrington holding blue dress on mannequin
sketch of woman dancing in dress

About Nicole

Nicole Marrington is a Perth based costume designer and maker for Western Australian theatre, film and other performing arts industries.

Since graduating from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) in 2011, Nicole has contributed to the success of productions in a variety of roles whether in design, cutting, costume construction, coordination or all of the above.

“A considered construction of costume items and thoughtful design is the highest priority for me. With my network of experienced makers in WA, professional studio space, knowledge of fabrics and sourcing locations I can confidently offer an extremely high standard of design realisation from start to finish.” 

Nicole’s breadth of industry experience is further detailed on her professional resume at the link below.

“A considered construction of costume items and thoughtful design is the highest priority for me.” – Nicole Marrington

sketch of female with tassels on skirt

Services

Nicole’s design studio offers the full range of design services for each step of the design journey including sketch and illustration, design consultation, construction of costume, set, or garment items, and stage costume coordination.

With a strong network of local industry professionals,  Nicole is able to scale operations to meet a diverse range of production requirements.

a costume coordinator fixing a costume on a model
sketch of female with tassels on skirt
a costume coordinator fixing a costume on a model

Services

Nicole’s design studio offers the full range of design services for each step of the design journey including sketch and illustration, design consultation, construction of costume, set, or garment items, and stage costume coordination.

With a strong network of local industry professionals,  Nicole is able to scale operations to meet a diverse range of production requirements.

“…inspired by the unique layers as seen in Mongolia, liberally boasts fabulous cuts, the use of heavy duty fabrics and of course a very interesting translation of colour blocking…“ – Hina P. Ansari

fitting area with mannequin and sofa by window

Design Studio

Located on Bulwer St Perth, Nicole operates from a design studio featuring a private consultation space, fabric and material resources, full bodied mannequins, swatch cards, as well as industrial machinery and a generous overflow space with dedicated workstations.

With the convenient central location, the studio is in close proximity to fabric and material sourcing locations and event venues enabling Nicole to offer an extremely high standard of design realisation coupled with flexibility and efficiency during production.

sketch of woman in fashionable garment
fitting area with mannequin and sofa by window
sketch of woman in fashionable garment

Design Studio

Located on Bulwer St Perth, Nicole operates from a design studio featuring a private consultation space, fabric and material resources, full bodied mannequins, swatch cards, as well as industrial machinery and a generous overflow space with dedicated workstations.

With the convenient central location, the studio is in close proximity to fabric and material sourcing locations and event venues enabling Nicole to offer an extremely high standard of design realisation coupled with flexibility and efficiency during production.

“Allen dressed in a snazzy pantsuit, bright red wig and high heels stands in front of the desk and is power personified…” – The Australian Julia Review

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cloth on table with various paint samples
wide view of workshop with tables and sewing machine

Nicole and her team provide a diverse range of costume design services including....

Design

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Consultation service on production, character research, period matching, sketch and illustration of design concept.

Cutting

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Custom pattern drafting. Design sketch realisation, fabric cutting, and toile assembly of period and modern garments.

Construction

fitting area with mannequin and sofa by window

Full costume workshop including specialty and industrial machines for modern/period garments and traditional tailoring.

Coordination

a costume coordinator fixing a costume on a model

Coordination of all aspects of wardrobe and costuming from fittings to sourcing materials and specific garments following a design concept.

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