Hamilton costume designer Paul Tazewell brings colonial flair to contemporary fashion

SINGAPORE – When Hamilton first graced the Broadway stage in 2015, few could have predicted the seismic impact the Tony Award-winning musical about US founding father Alexander Hamilton and his involvement in the American Revolution would have beyond theatre.

Despite having more than 30 years of experience designing costumes for stage productions such as The Color Purple and A Streetcar Named Desire , which earned him Tony Award nominations, Hamilton’s costume designer Paul Tazewell admits to never witnessing such an influence of stage attire on real-world fashion, inspiring fashionistas and cosplayers alike.

Hamilton’s cast sports a sumptuous mix of silk dresses and military coats designed to bring viewers back to the tumultuous era of the American Revolution. PHOTO: HAMILTON INTERNATIONAL TOUR “It became my priority to suggest 18th-century silhouettes that the audience would recognise but which feel current and stylish, staying in step with the production overall,” he adds.

He prioritised designing garments that not only captured the essence of the era but also accommodated the rigorous demands of the production’s athletic choreography. Collaborating closely with Hamilton’s choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler, the costumes were tailored with precision to ensure they moved fluidly with the actors’ bodies, allowing for the execution of every movement with grace and ease.

“I have always found riding the subways and walking through the streets of NYC some of the most inspiring sites and expressions of style. I am often inspired by contemporary fashion, period fashion, art, photography and other cultures in my costume design. I often say to myself, ‘If I were this character, I could definitely see myself wearing this outfit,’” he says.

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