Monica Trappolini
Costume Designer
34 years of experience in cinema, television, theatre and costume.
A life shaped by costume, cinema and style
For more than three decades, I have worked with clothes as a language of character, emotion and storytelling.
My journey began in costume design, shaped by cinema, theatre and the extraordinary world of Italian craftsmanship. Today, that experience continues through a broader vision of style and image.
Characters, costumes and visual worlds
From historical characters to contemporary stories, every costume begins with research, observation and an understanding of the person behind the clothes.
These are some of the projects that have shaped my journey through cinema, television and costume design.
Where a character begins
Before a costume becomes an image, it begins with research, references, fabrics, colour and intuition.
I build each visual world by bringing together historical research, textures, silhouettes and colour palettes — searching for the details that make a character feel authentic.
From costume design to personal style
After decades creating characters for cinema, today, I bring the experience of cinema and costume design into a more personal world: helping individuals discover their own visual identity through clothes, colour, proportion and styling.
The perspective has evolved, but the principle remains the same — understanding the person before choosing what they wear.
Let’s create something together
Whether for a costume project, a creative collaboration, a styling experience or a private appointment in Rome, I believe every project begins with a conversation.