How SNL’s Costume Designers Make 200+ Costumes Every Week | InStyle

Go behind the scenes of ‘Saturday Night Live’ with costume designer Tom Broecker as he reveals how SNL’s iconic looks come to life each week. Broecker shares what it takes to design, build, and fit over 200 costumes in just a matter of days, from modern styles and period pieces to animals and high-concept characters.Broecker shares the fast-paced structure of the week, from meeting with the host on Monday to reading through sketches on Wednesday to building costumes in time for Saturday’s live show. He and Ego Nwodim discuss how each cast member has their own costume closet, how characters evolve through fittings, and how wardrobe helps shape a performance.You’ll also hear behind-the-scenes stories from some of the show’s most memorable looks, including the Church Lady’s dress, Dooneese’s purple outfit and tiny hands, and Will Ferrell’s now-legendary “More Cowbell” sweater—tightened just before air. Whether you love comedy, fashion, or the art of live performance, this inside look at SNL’s costume design process is full of insight, personality, and classic backstage stories.