NYC Ballet Costume Director Breaks Down ‘The Nutcracker’ Costumes | InStyle
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Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the iconic costumes from George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker' as Marc Happel, Director of Costumes at New York City Ballet, breaks down the costumes for the beloved holiday production that were designed by Barbara Karinska. Marc discusses the intricate details behind costumes like The Mouse King, the Sugar Plum Fairy, Marie's party dress, the Columbine Doll, the Angels, Dewdrop, Hot Chocolate and more. Marc fits principal dancer Mira Nadon into the stunning pink Sugar Plum Fairy costume, revealing the delicate craftsmanship and thought that goes into each piece. He also highlights the importance of the beautiful headpieces, crowns, and tiaras that add a touch of regal elegance to the performance. Marc shares the challenges of maintaining these exquisite ballet costumes throughout the performance run, including the tricky task of keeping them clean and in perfect condition. From fit to fabric, learn how these magical costumes come to life and play a vital role in telling the story of 'The Nutcracker'. Subscribe to InStyle on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=instyledotcom *CONNECT* Website: http://www.instyle.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/instyle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instylemagazine TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@instyle *InStyle* is the leading fashion, hair, makeup, and celebrity news site. See celebrity and runway photos, how-tos, and learn about the latest trends. NYC Ballet Costume Director Breaks Down ‘The Nutcracker’ Costumes | InStyle https://www.youtube.com/@InStyle
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