Membership

Sharing an interest

For over 30 years the Costume Society of Great Britain has encouraged and supported the study of all aspects of clothing. With more than 1000 members across the world and participating museums, libraries and colleges the society has become a focus for people who share interest in the clothes that we wear and those that have been worn throughout history.

The society includes fashion designers, teachers and lecturers, stage and screen designers, collectors, re-enactors, researchers, fashion writers, museum staff and all those who share a fascination with clothes.

You don't have to be an expert to join. No matter how informal your interest in costume may be, the Society will have something to offer you.

How do I join?

UK individual membership costs £24 each year (student membership is £12). For this you will receive a copy of Costume, two newsletters and information about the society's programme of visits and meetings.

Overseas membership is £26 each year (student membership is £14) A further £3.50 is charged if you wish to receive publications by airmail rather than surfacemail.

For institutional enquiries or a subscription to ‘Costume’ our journal, please see our publishers website: Maney

Apply online

Click the online form button on the right of this page to proceed with an application. Payment is through Debit/Credit card or PayPal.

Apply by post

If you prefer to pay by cheque, click on the button to the right to download an application form, with details of subscription fees for individuals, students and institutions. Print the form, fill in your details and post the form to us with a cheque for the appropriate amount.

Summary of membership fees