Susan Hilferty: Illuminating Narrative Through Costume Design Susan Hilferty, born in Arlington, Massachusetts, in 1953, is an American costume designer whose career spans decades of theatrical productions and cinematic endeavors. From her formative years immersed in the world of literature—a stark contrast to the television-dominated landscape of her childhood—Hilferty’s artistic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to storytelling through visual artistry. Her early education instilled a love for observation and meticulous detail, skills that would prove invaluable as she honed…