Born 1908 in Madrid, Spanish fashion and costume designer Antonio Castillo had his career spanning over three decades. He is recognized for his prolific work across stage and screen, as well as fashion.
Fashion designs by Antonio Castillo in the 1960s
Castillo won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design, which he shared with Yvonne Blake for their work on Franklin J. Schaffner’s epic period drama film Nicholas and Alexandra (1971).
Castillo died in 1984 in Madrid, aged 75. These beautiful photos captured portraits of classic beauties wearing fashion designs by Antonio Castillo in the 1960s.
Antonia in short poncho-dress in black, white and gray silk by Antonio Castillo, faux pearl collar by Scémama for Castillo, photo by William Klein, Vogue, March 1, 1964
Tilly Tizzani in ostrich feather evening coat by Antonio Castillo, coiffure by Filippo of Rome, photo by Hiro, Harper’s Bazaar, March 1964
Brigitte Bauer in black lace sheath over which a black lace cage running deep into ruffles by Antonio Castillo, coiffure by Carita, photo by William Klein, Vogue, March 15, 1965
Brigitte Bauer in black transparent bias-cut cigaline silk dress held at the waist by a satin bow, by Antonio Castillo, coiffure by Alexandre, photo by William Klein, Vogue, March 15, 1965
Katherine Pastrie in suit of black and white wool, the jacket crisped by black wool bows that circle the standing collar and waist over a narrow skirt by Antonio Castillo, photo by Hiro, Harper’s Bazaar, March 1965
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