AHS concept artist tells the story around The Countess glove

[monketsharona 37,234]

 

'You also produced fantastic concept artwork for Lady Gaga’s character’s chain mail glove [see above], alongside costume designer Lou Eyrich and designer Michael Schmidt. How did that design develop? Was it fun designing for Gaga?'

Thanks! Yes that might actually be my favorite piece I worked on. Lou Eyrich and Michael Schmidt were awesome, I think we came up with an iconic piece that’s uniquely elegant and fit for a horror queen. It was very motivating knowing that it would be worn by Gaga, so as I was translating Michael’s sketch, I wanted to maintain a balance of stylishness and darkness, something that both Lady Gaga and American Horror Story is known for. It was incredible to see it in the posters. Definitely a highlight for me.'

 and much more here about his work on Hotel, Roanoke, Cult, Apocalypse and so on. Great interview 

https://ahsnewsupdates.tumblr.com/post/640453058902605824/exclusive-interview-with-xander-smith-ahs

 

 

Edited January 16 by monketsharona

[monketsharona 37,234]

Lady Gaga is a real Horror queen, would love to see more of it in the future.

[Wixson 3,878]

Wasn't it inspired by Daphne Guinness, though?

[Adarsh 27,179]

4 minutes ago, Wixson said:

Wasn't it inspired by Daphne Guinness, though?

Yes, The Countess’ overall style is heavily inspired by Daphne and she also loaned Gaga a rare Halston dress to wear on the show. Bff goals 

[Justin Drew Bieber 15,113]

Iconic glove

[TimisaMonster 27,034]

1 hour ago, Wixson said:

Wasn't it inspired by Daphne Guinness, though?

This...they made no mention of her  Made it sound like he came up with it all on his own lol