Kostymerna

Kostymerna is a Swedish noun phrase meaning "the costumes" and is the definite plural form of kostym. Kostym can refer to a formal suit or, more broadly, clothing used to portray a character in theatre, film, or television. Kostymerna is used when speaking about a specific set of garments, for example: "The costumes in the play establish the period" or "The costumes for the ballet have arrived." Grammatically, kostym is the singular; kostymer is the plural indefinite; kostymerna is the plural definite, formed with the definite suffix -na.

In practice, the term appears mainly in discussions of theatre, film, opera, and other performing arts, as well as in fashion and historical reenactment contexts. The production of kostymerna is typically handled by the wardrobe department and a costume designer, who collaborates with directors to establish character, period, and style. Maintaining and fitting the kostymerna during rehearsals and performances is an ongoing task, including cleaning, repairs, and storage.

In everyday Swedish, kostymerna can also refer to suits or outfits in non-performance contexts, depending on the setting. See also: kostym, kostymer.