#james keast

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Jenna Coleman as Queen Victoria in Victoria (TV Series, 2016-2019).

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One Dress a Day Challenge

October: Silver Redux

Belgravia (episode 6) / Ella Purnell as Lady Maria Grey

While I'm normally with FrockFlicks when it comes to the death of fashion, I don't mind the 1840s when they're done like this.

I'm not sure whether this is truly an afternoon dress, with that open neckline, or more of an evening thing; but Maria is posing for a portrait, so she can be forgiven if it's a little early in the day to be wearing it. This also means we get a view of the dress in decent lighting, for which I am grateful. Unfortunately, we never get a back view, though. The fall of lace at her wrists is a nice feature. And that hairstyle looks cute on her!

The costume designer for this series was James Keast.

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Queen Victoria (Jenna Coleman) Yellow dress.. Victoria (2016-2019).. Costume by James Keast.

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and if i say i almost finish my (probably badly written) best friends to lovers james potter fic

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New Commander of the UK National Cyber Force appointed

Air Vice-Marshal Tim Neal-Hopes OBE has been appointed as the second Commander of the National Cyber Force (NCF). Established in 2020, the NCF is a partnership between defence and intelligence which carries out cyber operations daily to protect against threats to the UK, further the UK’s foreign policy, support military operations, and prevent serious crime. The NCF is committed to demonstrating responsible cyber behaviour, including through strict adherence to robust legal and ethical frameworks and robust oversight and accountability. This is illustrated in ‘National Cyber Force: Responsible Cyber Power in Practice’ in a move to greater transparency in this space. Most recently, Tim served as Director Cyber, Intelligence and Information Integration within UK Strategic Command and will be the first member of the Armed Forces to hold the position. As well as delivering cyber operations to keep the country safe, Tim will be responsible for overseeing the NCF’s continued growth as part of the UK’s broader national cyber enterprise, including the opening of NCF’s headquarters in Samlesbury in 2025. Tim will also continue scaling NCF’s integration with other parts of Government, partners, and a growing number of international allies. Tim replaces the NCF’s first Commander, James Babbage, who has taken up post as Director General Threats (Economic and Organised Crime) at the National Crime Agency. Announcing the appointment, Commander Strategic Command, General Sir Jim Hockenhull said:   I am delighted to congratulate Air Vice-Marshal Tim Neal-Hopes OBE on his appointment to Commander of the National Cyber Force. Tim’s experience in cyber and intelligence has repeatedly been proven throughout a distinguished military career, and most recently serving at the heart of Defence Intelligence. I am confident the NCF will benefit greatly from his knowledge, experience, and leadership. This is an important time for the NCF. The array of threats that we collectively face through cyberspace is becoming ever more complex and persistent, and the cyber and electromagnetic domain increasingly decisive. Tim will also oversee the move of the NCF headquarters to Samlesbury – an exciting time for the young organisation and its people. Establishing NCF in the North West will open up a great number of fulfilling and interesting roles and careers to a whole range of talent in the region. I look forward to working with Tim in his new role and wish him well in this endeavour. Director GCHQ, Anne Keast-Butler said: I am delighted to welcome Air Vice-Marshal Tim Neal-Hopes OBE as the new Commander of the NCF. Tim brings a wealth of experience in intelligence, engineering, and cyber – and he has the vision to lead our dynamic partnership, which is countering state threats, supporting military operations, and disrupting terrorist cells and serious criminals. Commander of the NCF, Air Vice-Marshal Tim Neal-Hopes OBE said: The last two decades of my life have been invested in supporting the evolution of the UK’s cyber power, and so I am immensely proud to take on the role of Commander. The NCF has a clear vision to be a vital tool of the UK’s statecraft, delivering increasing impact for the nation and exemplifying globally the responsible projection of cyber power. Nearly four years on from its creation, NCF’s impact has been felt across all facets of the UK’s national security, from supporting and protecting military operations, to countering state threats and disrupting criminal activity. It is a privilege to be working with such diverse and talented people. NCF’s blend of skills and expertise in its workforce is an absolute strength and unlike anywhere else because of its unique defence and intelligence partnership. I am committed to realising the vision for the NCF and building a force that truly represents the nation we serve. Read the full article

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BAFTA TV 2021: British Academy Television Craft Awards - Costume Design Nominations 

Rosa Dias - Sex Education (Season 2)

Jacqueline Durran - Small Axe (Alex Wheatle/Lovers Rock) 

James Keast - Belgravia 

Amy Roberts - The Crown (Season 4)  

Updated: 

Congratulations to Jacqueline Durran for her win. 

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A piece of news that appears to have been missed by the Jenna Coleman fan sites is that James Keast, who was costume designer for the first few episodes of Victoria, has passed away.

In his Guardian obituary, it is mentioned that he designed Victoria’s coronation cloak - and used some very modern techniques to replicate its look. You can read about it here. This wasn’t the first time he’d worked with Jenna, as he was also a costume designer for her 2012 miniseries, Titanic. Most recently he was the costume designer for Luther starring Idris Elba.

RIP

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requested | The Kennedys (2011) dir. Jon Cassar

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A hundred years ago: ten artworks dated 1922

Suzanne Valadon (French, 1865 - 1938): Still life

Cecilia Beaux (American, 1855 - 1942): Mrs. James Blathwaite Drinker and Her Son

Gerda Wegener (Danish, 1886 - 1940): La sieste

Susette Schultz Keast (American, 1892 - 1932): Inner Harbor 

Jenny Nyström (Swedish, 1854 - 1946): A boy with red balloon

María Blanchard (Spanish, 1881-1932): The two sisters (Les deux sœurs) 

Jeanie Gallup Mottett (American, 1864 - 1934): Vagrant Poppies 

Chigusa Kotani (Japanese, 1890 - 1945): Dance 

Nora L.M. Cundell (British, 1889 - 1948): L'Ennui 

Clarice Beckett (Australian, 1887 - 1935): Gum leaves and gladioli

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First Class Fashion in TITANIC (2012) Costume Design by James Keast (requested by anonymous)

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Natalie Dormer as Lady Seymour Worsley in The Scandalous Lady W (TV Film, 2015).

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13 of the world's most stupid criminals

 Armed robber Andrew Hennells was caught after he boasted on Facebook about his plans to raid a supermarket in a post which included a selfie, a picture of a knife, and the words: "Doing. Tesco. Over." Police caught him 15 minutes later with the knife and £410 in cash stolen from a Tesco in King's Lynn, Norfolk. He was jailed for four years.

A retired couple from Lancashire returned home from a holiday in 2014 to discover a burglar fast asleep in their bed. Martin Holtby and Pat Dyson were amazed to find the intruder, Lukasz Chojnowski, had done their dishes, washed his underwear and even bought some groceries.

Two Welsh tourists landed themselves in court in 2012 after they got drunk and stole a penguin called Dirk from Sea World in Australia. Rhys Owen Jones, 21, and Keri Mules, 20, from south Wales, broke into the park on Queensland's Gold Coast, swam with the dolphins and let off a fire extinguisher in the shark enclosure, before making off with Dirk the penguin. They later released Dirk into a canal, but were spotted by locals who called police. A magistrate fined them 1,000 Australian dollars

A man suspected of arson and vandalism sent a selfie to police in Ohio in the US because he found the photo on his arrest warrant to be unflattering.

Officials were left baffled by an Afghan Taliban commander who gave himself up - and then tried to claim the $100 reward for his capture.

A man who tried to rob a Glasgow bookmakers while "armed" with a cucumber came unstuck when he was tackled to the ground by an off-duty police officer. Gary Rough brandished the vegetable - covered in a black sock - at a female worker at Ladbrokes in Shettleston and demanded cash, which she refused.

A criminal on the run took the ill-advised approach of taunting Gwent Police under a Facebook appeal post for his arrest, saying “"Haha catch me if you can wont see me slipping [sic]," James taunted, later telling a news agency: "I have been walking around near home so they're not trying too hard to catch me."

During his attempted heist, James Allan removed his balaclava, fell over a drinks display and then could not open the door to escape - because he was pushing it instead of pulling. The lady he had just held up with a toy gun had to come and open it for him. Not only that, but he had also tried to rob the same shop 10 days earlier.

Christopher Badman, from Bridgend in south Wales, used a carrier bag on his head as a disguise when he burgled a hotel in nearby Porthcawl during its annual Elvis Presley convention. Unfortunately for him, he was captured on CCTV taking the bag off his head, and looking towards the camera.

A burglar in China had to be rescued after his attempt to squeeze through a small fifth floor window of an apartment block left him dangling. It took rescuers 30 minutes to free him. He was eventually handed over to police

An aspiring bank robber who wore a "terrible disguise" of sunglasses and socks over his shoes gave the cashier his full name and address - half an hour before he attempted to hold the branch up.

A suspected car thief in Pretoria, South Africa, was foiled when the auto-lock system of the car he broke into trapped him inside.  The man was stuck for an hour and a half shouting for help, while amused passers-by pointed and laughed.

Ashley Keast used a stolen SIM card to snap a self portrait inside a house he was burgling. The man then posted the picture on the Whatsapp messenger application - but also unknowingly sent the picture to the victim's work colleagues.

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Lady Maria Grey (Ella Purnell) Blue & white striped ballgown.. Belgravia (2020).. Costume by James Keast.

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RB TO RUIN JAMES’ FUN EVEN MKRE

neff loves being mean to me and ruining all my fun

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See the main list of BAFTA TV award winners below

Leading Actress Michaela Coel, I May Destroy You – WINNER Letitia Wright, Small Axe Billie Piper, I Hate Suzie Daisy Edgar-Jones, Normal People Hayley Squires, Adult Material Jodie Comer, Killing Eve

Leading Actor Paul Mescal, Normal People – WINNER John Boyega, Small Axe Josh O’Connor, The Crown Paapa Essiedu, I May Destroy You Shaun Parkes, Small Axe Waleed Zuaiter, Baghdad Central

Drama Series Save Me Too – WINNER Gangs Of London I Hate Suzie The Crown

Single Drama Sitting In Limbo – WINNER Anthony Bbw (On The Edge) The Windermere Children

Comedy Entertainment Programme The Big Narstie Show – WINNER Charlie Brooker’s Antiviral Wipe Rob & Romesh Vs The Ranganation Production

Live Event Springwatch 2020 – WINNER Life Drawing Live! The Royal British Legion Festival Of Remembrance The Third Day: Autumn

Virgin Media’s Must-See Moment (as voted for by the public): Britain’s Got Talent: Diversity perform a routine inspired by the events of 2020 – WINNER Bridgerton: Penelope is revealed as Lady Whistledown EastEnders: Gary kills Chantelle Gogglebox: Reactions to Boris Johnson’s press conference Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat: Mee-cro-wah-vay The Mandalorian: Luke Skywalker arrives

Mini-Series I May Destroy You – WINNER Adult Material Normal People Small Axe

Reality & Constructed Factual The School That Tried To End Racism – WINNER Masterchef: The Professionals Race Across The World The Write Offs

Female Performance In A Comedy Programme Aimee Lou Wood, Sex Education – WINNER Daisy Haggard, Breeders Daisy May Cooper, This Country Emma Mackey Sex Education Gbemisola Ikumelo, Famalam Mae Martin, Feel Good Male Performance In A Comedy Programme Charlie Cooper, This Country – WINNER Guz Khan, Man Like Mobeen Joseph Gilgun, Brassic Ncuti Gatwa, Sex Education Paul Ritter, Friday Night Dinner Reece Shearsmith, Inside No.9

Supporting Actor Malachi Kirby, Small Axe – WINNER Kunal Nayyar, Criminal: UK Michael Sheen, Quiz Micheal Ward, Small Axe Rupert Everett, Adult Material Tobias Menzies, The Crown

Supporting Actress Rakie Ayola, Anthony – WINNER Helena Bonham Carter, The Crown Leila Farzad, I Hate Suzie Siena Kelly, Adult Material Sophie Okonedo, Criminal: Uk Weruche Opia, I May Destroy You

Scripted Comedy Inside No. 9 – WINNER Ghosts Man Like Mobeen This Country

International Welcome To Chechnya: The Gay Purge (Storyville) – WINNER Little America Lovecraft Country Unorthodox

Single Documentary Locked In: Breaking The Silence (Storyville) – WINNER American Murder: The Family Next Door Anton Ferdinand: Football, Racism & Me Surviving Covid

BAFTA TV Craft Awards (ceremony held May 24)

Emerging Talent: Fiction Georgi Banks-Davies (Director), I Hate Suzie – WINNER Harry Tulley (Dubbing Mixer), Anthony Stephen S. Thompson (Writer), Sitting in Limbo William Stefan Smith (Director), On the Edge: BBW

Emerging Talent: Factual Marian Mohamed (Director) Defending Digga D – WINNER Ashley Francis-Roy (Shooting Producer/Director) Damilola: The Boy Next Door& The Real Eastenders Jessica Kelly (Director) The Schools that Chain Boys & Silicon Valley’s Online Slave Market Kandise Abiola (Producer) Terms & Conditions: A UK Drill Story

Costume Design Jacqueline Durran, Small Axe – WINNER Rosa Dias, Sex Education James Keast, Belgravia Amy Roberts, The Crown

Director: Factual Teresa Griffiths, Lee Miller – A Life on the Front Line – WINNER Xavier Alford, Locked in: Breaking the Silence (Storyville) James Bluemel, Once Upon a Time in Iraq Deeyah Khan, America’s War on Abortion (Exposure)

Director: Fiction Michaela Coel, Sam Miller, I May Destroy You – WINNER Lenny Abrahamson, Normal People Benjamin Caron, The Crown (episode 3) Steve McQueen, Small Axe

Editing: Fiction Editing Team, I May Destroy You – WINNER Chris Dickens, Steve McQueen, Small Axe Nathan Nugent, Normal People (episode 5) Pia Di Ciaula, Quiz

Make Up & Hair Design Jojo Williams, Small Axe – WINNER Bethany Swan, I May Destroy You Cate Hall, The Crown Louise Coles, Sarah Nuth, Lorraine Glynn, Erin Ayanian, The Great

Original Music Harry Escott, Roadkill – WINNER Cristobal Tapia De Veer, The Third Day (Episode 3) Scott Salinas, Baghdad Central Martin Phipps, The Crown

Photography & Lighting Shabier Kirchner, Small Axe – WINNER Ed Rutherford, Little Birds Rob Hardy, Devs Suzie Lavelle, Normal People

Production Design Helen Scott, Small Axe – WINNER Joel Collins, His Dark Materials Matt Gant, Megan Bosaw, Gangs Of London Samantha Harley, Alexandra Slade, Sex Education

Scripted Casting Gary Davy, Small Axe – WINNER Kate Rhodes James, Baghdad Central Lauren Evans, Sex Education Shaheen Baig, The Third Day

Sound: Fiction Jon Thomas, Gareth Bull, James Ridgway, Dillon Bennett, Eilam Hoffman, His Dark Materials (Episode 7) – WINNER Niall O’sullivan, Steve Fanagan, Niall Brady, Normal People Paul Cotterell, James Harrison, Ronald Bailey, Small Axe Sound Team, The Crown

Special, Visual & Graphic Effects Russell Dodgson, James Whitlam, Jean-Clement Soret, Robert Harrington, Dan May, Brian Fisher, His Dark Materials – WINNER Ben Turner, Reece Ewing, Chris Reynolds, Asa Shoul, Framestore, Untold Studios, The Crown Michael Illingworth, Oliver Milburn, Danny Hargreaves, Oliver Ogneux, Laura Usaite, Pedrom Dadgostar, War Of The Worlds Milk Visual Effects, Dneg Tv, Freefolk, Goodbye Kansas Studios, Greg Fisher, Dave Houghton, Cursed

Writer: Comedy Sophie Willan, Alma’s Not Normal – WINNER Charlie Brooker, Charlie Brooker’s Antiviral Wipe Daisy May Cooper, Charlie Cooper, This Country Writing Team, Ghosts

Writer: Drama Michaela Coel, I May Destroy You – WINNER Alastair Siddons, Steve Mcqueen, Small Axe Lucy Kirkwood, Adult Material Lucy Prebble, I Hate Suzie

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Give credit

Melanie submitted: You should give the Costume Designer’s name. If you can find the original move then you can find their name.

I agree! I often mention the name of the designer if they have won an award for their work in the film in question, but the truth is, oftentimes I don’t know for certain the original film the costume came from, and thus cannot say for certain who the original designer is.

Take the above costume, for example. 

The book The World of Downton Abbey claims that this purple ensemble was created especially for Maggie Smith for the award-winning show.  Susannah Buxton, the show’s Emmy winning costume designer seems to re-affirm this fact in an article by the Hollywood Reporter, where she stated: “all of her costumes are made just for her.“  

Looking at the above costume, it’s clear this is not the case. It’s clear this costume has actually been around for a while. Was it modified for Maggie Smith? Absolutely. But made for her? No.

Now, look at this beautiful costume. All the same, right?  No! Costume designer James Keast stated that the gown on Natalie Dormer in The Scandalous Lady W. was a completely new creation. The other three are the same - but the fourth is different.

This blog is not a scholarly work. It is not error-free. A lot of what I do is guesswork, and I try to make that as clear as possible by using words and phrases such as “probably” and “most likely” when discussing a costume and its place of origin.

I hope this makes sense. I do my best to get the research right and will give credit when I can, but I’d rather be cautious and hold back information if I am not certain.

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