The costume design for The Cherry Orchard helps ground the story in late 19th-century Russia while quietly showing the tension between the old aristocracy and the rising middle class. The silhouettes and fabrics reflect status—more refined, slightly outdated looks for the Ranevskaya family, and more practical, modern clothing for characters like Lopakhin. I really enjoyed learning about the subtle fashion changes and how clearly they signal social status. As the play moves forward, the costumes highlight the discomfort of a world that’s shifting, reinforcing the sense that this way of life is slipping away.
