How the 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Authentic Osage Costumes Were Created | Vanity Fair

When Jacqueline West received the phone call that Martin Scorsese wanted to work with her, she knew she couldn't pass it up. 'Killers of the Flower Moon' costume designer Jacqueline West and lead Osage wardrobe consultant Julie O'Keefe talk about how they crafted the looks for the film that play a major part in helping to tell the story. As providing authenticity and representation through the wardrobe was extremely important to West and O'Keefe, they explain the process of collaborating with Pendleton to collect the perfect pieces, incorporating traditional folding styles of Osage blankets and more.
Director: Juliet Lopez
Director of Photography: AJ Young
Editor: Michael Suyeda; Evan Allan
Talent: Jacquleine West & Julie O'Keefe
Producer: Funmi Sunmonu
Line Producer: Romeeka Powell
Associate Producer: Emebeit Beyene
Production Manager: Andressa Pelachi and Kevin Balash
Camera Operators: Shay Eberle-Gunst & Osiris Larkin
Sound : Kara Johnson
Production Assistants: Liza Antonova & John Brodsky
Set Designer: Cedar Jocks
Post Production Supervisor: Christian Olguin
Post Production Coordinator: Jovan James
Supervising Editor: Erica Dillman
Assistant Editor: Billy Ward
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[@divyak9980]

I was so intrigued by the military jacket being part of the wedding attire, glad I could finally get an explanation.

[@GH-fb9dh]

I didn’t understand it either but found it so badass

[@jj-if6it]

I'm not sure how I feel about it because they did such wrongs to them

[@Gala-yp8nx]

I am so happy that the Osage nation was so closely included in the making of this film.

[@theck672]

Lily looked so regal wrapped in the blankets you designed!

[@annalisasteinnes]

The Osage clothing, especially that worn by the women in this time, is so beautiful. It's a very simple silhouette, but the colors and ornamentation make it very special. I was also really impressed that Pendleton had the actual loom instructions for the blankets they made so long ago. I don't know if they were able to use the same type of dyes, but the blankets are just lovely.

[@amystrother6421]

I love this. These two women are so lovely.

[@disco-luna]

I enjoyed learning more about the Osage and their traditional garments

[@MrAlexkyra]

The 19th century military style wedding dress really caught my eye and it was a delight to hear the story behind it.

[@jillybean55]

Intriguing and beautiful history of each element of clothing and accessories - many thanks for sharing how authentic the design and creation of the wardrobe was for this film - extremely respectful and genuine.

[@jj-if6it]

All these explanations into the details were fascinating. I had especially wondered about that military style outfit. I never knew much about their culture before

[@nicinat0r]

The Osage and their historic alliance with the Kingdom of Hanover will never be forgotten ❤

[@XxDEmonCleanerXx]

I’ve never heard of this. How’d you come by this? I’d love to know

[@lexkanyima2195]

But also painful to watch

[@animeevergreenathena]

I wish that I knew about the history of these clothes before. Now that I know, I want to watch the movie again. ❤❤❤

[@dinodinosaur2930]

💚 Loving the knowledge and beauty both Ladies produced on screen ... 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Oscar please 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@anonfornow359]

Thanks for the stories, details, and meaning of the custumes

[@melissamorton1282]

Wow! You are two incredible women! I had never even heard about the Osage until I lived in Oklahoma. Incredible and awe inspiring people

[@MrBobbykole]

Those beautiful fringed pendleton blankets get a ton of screentime in the movie, doesnt look like they're selling the same ones online, which is a shame cuz i bet people (possibly me) would buy em. The ones they have now all have much busier/less traditional patterns ☹️

[@CaliMel184]

They might only sell them to the Native People because it's special to them. They don't really need to make them available to everyone. We already have enough of other peoples cultures.

[@agorapanologia]

The other available blankets are totally worth it though. Pendleton makes the most wonderful wool blankets. I use to live there and I treasure the two that I have now that I live in another state.

[@psychedelicpegasus7587]

I highly recommend Eighth Generation.

[@thatsmahlon]

⁠@@psychedelicpegasus7587I got an Eighth Generation blanket for the holidays and I LOVE IT. Can’t recommend it more highly!

[@ingloriousbetch4302]

Pendleton isn't tribal affiliated, and none of the people who own it are indigenous whatsoever, so why would they sell indigenous patterns made specifically at a tribe's request for a biopic about a massacre online for anyone?

[@betsy658]

This was wonderful!

[@kimfortin8452]

Loved the movie. I read the book a few years ago and when I heard that the movie was being made I got so excited!! This video was fascinating. Thank you for educating us even more.

[@valeriesmith5780]

Thank you for posting this.

[@deidrecalabro5725]

Thank you for the jaw dropping fashion and history ❤

[@pleasecallmesensei]

Beautiful blankets!! Is there a way to purchase one?

[@adaw2d3222]

Lovely video!

[@monicad99]

how come molly is wearing the attire usually worn for an arranged marriage? also, would have liked more details about other characters, too. for instance, what about the silver cross and other attire details worn by the priest who married them? possibly a result of cultures blending, but there’s more to tell about it, i’m sure.

[@miqueiasribeiro419]

Lindas ❤😮😊

[@northwest1760]

West was just nominated for an Oscar, her 5th.

[@jj-if6it]

I want to learn more about finger weaving!

[@advocacynaccountablity]

Wonderful explanations and short. I'm curious about the fiber content of the fringe of the worn blankets specifically, as it's giving acrylic blend on screen. Do we know what the actual fiber content of the fringe is?

[@wyxxtt]

so lk off topic.. but I had entered a indigenous scholarship to intern for Jackie at FIDM in LA back in like ‘14.. sadly, I didn’t get it, little birdies told me I was 2nd banana tho.. 😅 but regardless it’s interesting & cool that she’s still handling Indigenous styling for films & media.. wonder if there were indigenous interns taken under her wing??

[@matthewmiskiewicz8357]

not a single mention of Kristi Marie Hoffman...damning...

[@Sophie-db1ko]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@lrosemouncey1225]

❤

[@codyhorton4067]

cool video...I am absolutely begging that you make a video where a plumber reviews skibidi toilet

[@henrylivingstone2971]

You’re an idiot