Ever wonder who stitches the soul into EchoStage’s productions? Meet Maribel Chen, the collective’s lead costume designer and self-proclaimed “fabric alchemist.” From Elizabethan ruffs to cyberpunk armor, Maribel’s creations don’t just dress characters—they define them.

In her studio (a kaleidoscope of textures and sketches), she shared insights into her process: “I start with the emotion. What does this character feel like in velvet? In rusted leather? In silence?” Her work on Macbeth involved repurposing military surplus and LED threads to reflect the decay of power. It’s artistry you wear—and remember.