The Work
Fashion design, costume design, and bespoke commissions.
A creative practice where making is a form of inquiry — and cloth becomes a language through which we see, understand, and communicate.
"Le textile est une manière de connaître le monde."— Elisabetta Polito
Collection CAO
Illustrations techniques · Dessins à plat · Développement textile
YE
Jagun Fly Productions
All Saints Day
Arosa Productions · Essex Street Productions
Director
Matt Aaron Krinsky
Role
Conceptrice de costumes
Format
Feature Film
Free Me
Sia · Starring Zoë Saldaña
Artist
Sia
Starring
Zoë Saldaña
Role
Conceptrice de costumes
Productions théâtrales
Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
2012 · SpeakEasy Stage Company, Boston MA
Full cast
Design approach
A fusion of historical and contemporary aesthetics — period-inspired silhouettes with modern rock influences. Distressed fabrics, leather, and custom embellishments reflecting the rebellious, edgy tone of the production.
Skills demonstrated
Draping, patternmaking, textile distressing, and historical research adaptation.
Design team
Scenic: Eric Levenson · Lighting: Jeff Adelberg · Sound: Eric Norris · Choreography: Larry Sousa
In the Heights
2012 · SpeakEasy Stage Company, Boston MA
Full cast
Design approach
Vibrant, character-driven costumes reflecting the cultural diversity and urban energy of Washington Heights. Breathable fabrics, bold prints, and layered styling to support dynamic choreography.
Skills demonstrated
Costume research, color theory application, fabric selection, tailoring, and movement-conscious design.
Design team
Scenic: Jenna McFarland Lord · Lighting: Karen Perlow · Sound: Eric Norris · Choreography: Larry Sousa
The Color Purple
Costume Design
Design approach
Period-informed costuming spanning the early twentieth century American South, with attention to silhouette evolution, fabric weight, and the emotional arc of each character's journey.
Skills demonstrated
Historical research, period pattern drafting, dyeing and distressing, character-driven design, and large-ensemble coordination.
Production
The Color Purple - Musical
Into the Woods
SpeakEasy Stage Company
Production
SpeakEasy Stage Company
Role
Conceptrice de costumes
Music & Lyrics
Stephen Sondheim
The Book of Will
Lyric Stage Company of Boston
Production
Lyric Stage Company of Boston
Written by
Lauren Gunderson
Directed by
Courtney O'Connor
Ain't Misbehavin'
Stoneham Theater
Production
Stoneham Theater
Role
Costume Designer
Music & Lyrics
Fats Waller
Breath and Imagination
Front Porch Collective · Lyric Stage
Production
Breath and Imagination
Venue
Front Porch Collective / Lyric Stage
Role
Costume Designer
Written by
Daniel Beaty
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Meet the Designers: Elisabetta Polito
An in-depth profile on design process, character research, and the craft of building bold, elaborate costumes for large-scale musicals — from Big Fish to The Color Purple.
#ootd by Elisabetta Polito
SFD Boston spotlights a student look of the day featuring original fabric pattern and couture design — a testament to Elisabetta's influence as an educator and designer.
Areas of Practice
From careful alterations to fully bespoke creations, Studio Viemage brings together couture, fashion design, and costume design within a studio where every project is guided by precision, craft, and artistic vision.
Alterations
Alterations and repairs carried out with care — from everyday garments to the most precious heirloom pieces. Every intervention is made with precision and respect for the garment's original design. Download our services guide for rates and details.
Download Alterations MenuTextile Art Commissions
Original textile works created to commission for private collectors, cultural institutions, and public spaces. Each piece is born from a process of research, embroidery, mixed media, and narrative design. Download the Commissions Guide to learn about the process, project scope, and rates.
Download Textile Art Commissions GuideCommissions and collaborations by appointment.
PRÓXIMA
Une publication de mode étudiante conçue, réalisée et dirigée artistiquement sur trois éditions, mettant en lumière la créativité, le savoir-faire et les talents émergents du programme de technologie de la mode de la Boston Arts Academy.
PRÓXIMA
Issue one — the inaugural edition introducing the student fashion program's emerging voices and collections.
PRÓXIMA
Issue two — a second chapter deepening the program's editorial vision and showcasing new student collections.
PRÓXIMA
Issue three — the most recent edition, 2023–2024, presenting the program's graduating class and their final collections.