Nico Sese is a New York–based costume designer and fashion stylist with over a decade of experience across film, television, theater, and editorial. His work has been featured in Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, and his costume design credits include stage productions such as Here Lies Love (Broadway promotional visuals), Broadway Sings Queen, Duran Duran: Danse Macabre at Madison Square Garden, and Preston Miu’s New Asia, where he designed nearly 50 looks on a limited budget. Nico has collaborated with leading designers, celebrity stylists, and cultural institutions, bringing a strong narrative sensibility and hands-on production expertise to every project—from fabric sourcing and construction to fitting and final execution.

NICO SESE

Nico Sese is a New York–based costume designer and fashion stylist with over a decade of experience across film, television, theater, and editorial. His work has been featured in Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, and his costume design credits include stage productions such as Here Lies Love (Broadway promotional visuals), Broadway Sings Queen, Duran Duran: Danse Macabre at Madison Square Garden, and Preston Miu’s New Asia, where he designed nearly 50 looks on a limited budget. Nico has collaborated with leading designers, celebrity stylists, and cultural institutions, bringing a strong narrative sensibility and hands-on production expertise to every project—from fabric sourcing and construction to fitting and final execution.

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Nico Sese is a New York–based costume designer and fashion stylist with over a decade of experience across film, television, theater, and editorial. His work has been featured in Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, and his costume design credits include stage productions such as Here Lies Love (Broadway promotional visuals), Broadway Sings Queen, Duran Duran: Danse Macabre at Madison Square Garden, and Preston Miu’s New Asia, where he designed nearly 50 looks on a limited budget. Nico has collaborated with leading designers, celebrity stylists, and cultural institutions, bringing a strong narrative sensibility and hands-on production expertise to every project—from fabric sourcing and construction to fitting and final execution.

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Language

English
Fluent
Tagalog
Fluent

Work Experience

Costume Designer at New Asia featuring The Dynasties Cabaret Show
January 1, 2025 - Present
Costume Designed New Asia featuring The Dynasties Cabaret Show; Dir. by Preston Mui (2025).
Assistant Costume Designer at DURAN DURAN: DANSE MACABRE Halloween Concert
October 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted Costume Designer, Annie Le, with curating looks & backstage quick changes at the sold-out show - DURAN DURAN: DANSE MACABRE Halloween Concert at Madison Square Garden.
Costume Designer at Bibo Ebuen – On Film (YouTube short film series)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Designed costumes for Bibo Ebuen’s YouTube short film series 'On Film,' within a $2,000 budget, leading to a 20% increase in viewership.
Wardrobe/Stage Look Designer at Tyce Green – Broadway Sings Queen
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Executed stage looks for Tyce Green's 'Broadway Sings Queen' at Sony Hall & The Cutting Room, managing a $5,000 budget.
Costume Sourcing at Freelance – SNL, Marci Rodgers, Elsa Ward, Beatrix Pasztor
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2023
Sourced period-accurate looks for costume rentals for SNL, Marci Rodgers, Elsa Ward, & Beatrix Pasztor.
Costume Designer at Vincent Perella – 81st Golden Globe Awards
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Designed Vincent Perella’s ensemble for the 81st Golden Globe Awards on a $200 budget, earning high praise & media interviews via Indie Wire.
Production Assistant, Wardrobe at Rest & Relaxation (Feature Film)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Production Assistant in wardrobe department for feature film ‘Rest & Relaxation’ (2025/26), & photo & video campaigns for AMEX (2025/26) & Lasio (S/S 21), assisting with motion shoot logistics, wardrobe continuity/coordination, & on-set garment prep.
Production Assistant, Wardrobe at Rue Gilt Groupe
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Collaborated with Rue Gilt Groupe’s creative teams to synchronize brand strategies with visually compelling content, driving a 20% increase in online engagement.
Talent Manager at FilipinXT NYC Fashion Show
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Coordinated backstage as Talent Manager, with exceptional communication & seamless production operations.
Wardrobe Supervisor at Cold Feat (Short Film)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Supervised wardrobe for short film ‘Cold Feat’ by Dir. Morgan Alicia.
Casting Assistant at Michelle Lee & Shawn Dezan
April 1, 2016 - June 1, 2016
Assisted Casting Directors with talent casting, overseeing go-sees, call sheets, & budgeting expenses; improved casting productivity by 20%.
Lead Stylist at What Goes Around Comes Around
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Editorial styling featured in Vogue Philippines, Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, & other publications; led end-to-end creative process for digital e-commerce & marketing campaigns.
Lead Stylist at SBYL by Serigne Lam
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Led end-to-end creative process for FW ’19; collaborated with VIPs to pull press & lifestyle outfits.

Education

Film & TV Essentials Certificate at NYU Tisch School of the Arts
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Film & TV Essentials Certificate
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other