Whether it’s the nostalgia of Gone With the Wind or the sassy fashions of Katharine Hepburn, women have long been inspired to recreate the glamour of film stars through movie-imagined clothes. Like picture-goers of the thirties and forties, we escaped into the world of cinema’s golden age, exploring sensational styles and stories from behind the camera. From the creators of Woman in Gold and Divine Deco, Halfway to Hollywood is a two-person presentation by Lucy Adlington and costumier Meridith Towne, followed by a chance to look closely at the display and ask questions.

A technical exploration of bias-cut garments that demystifies how to cut, construct and finish when working with fabric on the cross grain. Kate is a professional costume maker and workshop leader. A graduate of the London College of Fashion, she has worked on high-end theatre and TV productions for over 20 years, and has five years’ experience making luxury bias-cut bridal gowns. Previous credits include The Royal Opera, Sheffield Theatres, the BBC, Bristol Costume Services, the University of Huddersfield and CITV.