Peaky Blinders stars lead tributes to costume designer Stephanie Collie after death aged 60

As a seasoned movie-goer who has witnessed the evolution of cinematic wardrobes over the decades, I am deeply saddened by the loss of Stephanie Collie. Her untimely demise at the age of 60 leaves an indelible void in the world of costume design, a field she graced with her unparalleled talent and creativity.

Sadly, renowned costume designer Stephanie Collie, famous for her work on the series Peaky Blinders, passed away at the age of 60 due to cancer.

6 months prior to her passing at St Christopher’s Hospice on October 26th, poor Collie was diagnosed with a fatal form of cancer.

A multitude of tributes have been shared for the late costume designer who had a distinguished career, contributing to films such as Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Argylle, The Hitman’s Bodyguard, Peaky Blinders, and more recently, My Lady Jane on Prime Video.

In her career, she’s collaborated with numerous celebrities on intricate costume designs for both films and television. Her impressive roster includes Daniel Craig, Penélope Cruz, Morgan Freeman, Samuel L. Jackson, Ryan Reynolds, among others.

In remembrance of Collie, those who collaborated with her throughout her career are sharing their tributes, among them being Cillian Murphy, the star of Peaky Blinders. Upon hearing about Collie’s passing, Murphy reflected on her and stated: “Stephanie possessed an extraordinary talent. She was the one who created the distinctive look and shape that the world has come to recognize as iconic for Peaky Blinders.

In much the same vein, Daniel Craig expressed that working with Collie was “a delight” and he’ll be greatly missed, whereas Samuel L. Jackson described her as an “incredibly joyful and cooperative component” of his creative journey.

Collie’s design firm, Casarotto Ramsay & Associates, praised her as an “exceptionally accomplished and honored British costume designer,” who has created costumes for numerous TV shows and movies over the course of a highly respected career.

Initially, Collie kick-started her professional journey in the sewing department of the BBC under the guidance of costume designer Susan Coates. Later, she transitioned to serve as a wardrobe assistant for Kenneth Branagh during the production of Much Ado About Nothing.

However, it was in 1998 that her career gained significant momentum, particularly through her role in Guy Ritchie’s film “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.” She became widely recognized for her ability to breathe life into gritty gangster narratives.

Later on, I found myself recognized globally as one of the leading costume designers, all thanks to my work on Steven Knight’s Peaky Blinders. This role even earned me the prestigious Royal Television Society Award for Exceptional Costume Design.

In honor of Collie, director Susanna White commented: “Stephanie possessed an authentic originality in her design sensibilities – nothing she created was derivative. Her work on Woman Walks Ahead was exceptional; she delved into primary sources to find references for the clothing worn by the Lakota people and Jessica Chastain. This not only ensured historical accuracy, but also infused the film with a modern flair.

She conveyed potent narratives through her work, and just as her persona was understated, so too were her costumes. They never demanded attention, instead blending harmoniously with the overall artistic vision to which they contributed.

Regardless of how challenging the day may have been, she always maintained her unique sense of humor and elegance. Her absence will be deeply felt.

2024-11-01 13:33

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