Legendary costume designer Sara Markowitz joins Danielle, Will and Rider to share her stories from seasons 2 & 3 of Boy Meets World. She spills secrets like the true meaning of Turner's ties and the show's resemblance to Twin Peaks. They also explore the significance of clothing choices in TV production and the creation of relatable characters through fashion. The podcast includes discussions on vintage clothing, favorite guest stars, the Boy Meets World leather jacket, and embarrassing wardrobe mishaps.
Sara Markowitz's signature touch in Boy Meets World's costumes includes using vintage jackets and vests to add character and dimension to the outfits, showcasing her love for vintage clothing and unique styling choices.
The guest shares a personal story about negotiating for more money before season four of the show, reflecting on the empowerment of recognizing her own value and prioritizing it over financial stability.
The importance of individuality and expressing oneself through clothing is emphasized, with anecdotes about creating unique characters and debunking the misconception that dressing actors is a simple task.
Deep dives
Topanga's Vintage Dress with Petticoat
Topanga rocks a vintage dress with a petticoat underneath, paired with construction boots for a cool and unique look.
Eric's Cute Roll-Top Sweater
Eric sports a cute roll-top sweater, showcasing his signature style and adding a touch of charm to his outfits.
Sean's Pattern-on-Pattern Look
Sean confidently embraces pattern-on-pattern by mixing different patterns and colors, creating a unique and bold fashion statement.
Vintage Jackets and Vests
Sarah Markowitz's signature touch includes using vintage jackets and vests to add character and dimension to the outfits, showcasing her love for vintage clothing and unique styling choices.
The Personal Growth Moment of Negotiating for More Money
In the podcast episode, the guest shares a personal story about negotiating for more money before season four of the show. Despite being offered a lower salary, she had a moment of personal growth and chose to value her worth. Although it was a tough decision, she reflects on how empowering it was to recognize her own value and prioritize it over financial stability.
The Importance of Individuality in Costume Design
The guest, a former costume designer for the show, emphasizes the importance of individuality and expressing oneself through clothing. She shares anecdotes about creating unique characters and helping the actors stand out. She mentions her own personal journey of not wanting to look like everyone else and how it influenced her approach to costume design. The guest also discusses the thought and effort that goes into creating characters' wardrobes and addresses the misconception that dressing actors is a simple task.
You know the “who” and the “why” of Boy Meets World, but now it’s time to hear about the “wear!”
Legendary costume designer Sara Markowitz joins Danielle, Will and Rider to share her stories from seasons 2 & 3, while spilling some of the best dressed secrets (like the true meaning of Turner’s ties and what BMW has in common with Twin Peaks!!)
Mysteries are uncovered as Sara takes us into the Boy Meets World closet ‘fit by ‘fit, but will we find out the REAL origin of “the leather jacket?”
This is an episode where too much shirts is a good thing!