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This was a project made for a student at the school where I teach. Every two years they organise a middle and senior school musical. This year it's Hairspray! As previous readers know I have more than somewhat of an affinity for 60's fashion, so this was right up my alley! This costume was made for the character Motormouth Maybelle for the finale. I styled it after the finale outfit worn by Queen Latifah in the 2007 film adaption. See photo of original below: I used Simplicity 4795 which is…

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This would be a typical gown that Motormouth Maybelle would wear because its very "out there" and shows off her powerful personality. She is a leader for many people during the 1960's so her clothes need to exemplify it. This dress is something she would wear when she was co-hosting the Corny Collins show.

This would be a typical gown that Motormouth Maybelle would wear because its very "out there" and shows off her powerful personality. She is a leader for many people during the 1960's so her clothes need to exemplify it. This dress is something she would wear when she was co-hosting the Corny Collins show.

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a woman in a purple dress on stage with her hand up to the side and one arm raised

Many of you will have already read our review of last night's stunning Hairspray which returned to Venue Cymru, so now's the time to check out a chat with Brenda Edwards who plays Motormouth Maybelle in the hit musical.

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