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Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:07 PM

I was delighted to discover I am not the only one interested in the sartorial stylings of the gorgeous, glamorous Ginger Grant, played by the luscious Miss Tina Louise. This inspired me to attempt an index of every outfit worn by Ginger in the 98 Gilligan's Island episodes. The GI Wiki has a nice list of main costumes for all of the castaways, but Ginger's, at least, is not complete.
The purposed index will be divided into four sections:
I. Main wardrobe
II. Bathing and sleep wear
III. Auxiliary outfits
IV. Dream and hallucination outfits
This will probably end up being more information than anyone would want or need to know, but I had a heck of a lot of fun rewatching all of the episodes and taking notes.
Also, I would appreciate any suggestions, as well as help making this list as accurate as possible. Unfortunately, even the "complete" DVD releases have missing scenes, so please let me know of any unintentional omissions.
Now, to start with the dress that launched a thousand ships (or was shipwrecked with one)...

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:32 PM

Section I. Main Wardrobe
The outfits Ginger did or would likely consider daily wear, keeping in mind that Ginger's idea of daily wear is much different from Mary Ann's, or, well, anyone else's in the world, which is why she's Ginger!

I. 1. Original/ Beige and Silver Gown

This is Ginger's classic look, the dress she was shipwrecked in, and, according to her, the only dress she had with her. It was, by far, worn more often than any other outfit, appearing in a full two-thirds of episodes. This isn't surprising, as it's a beautiful dress, and Ginger looks beyond stunning in it. Even as she mysteriously found ways to expand her wardrobe though stranded on a deserted island, this gown remained Ginger's "go-to" outfit, rarely being absent for long.
According to a 2012 New York Times interview with Tina Louise (seriously, you can find it online), her wardrobe was designed by Nolan Miller, who created this "beige dress with silver bugle beads along the neckline" that was made of "crepe and very thin."

# of episode appearances: 66
Appeared in episodes: 1-6, 8-12, 15-19, 21, 23-26, 28-33, 35-44, 47, 48, 50, 53, 56, 59, 61-63, 66, 68, 69, 74-77, 79, 81, 82, 84-86, 88-90, 92, 93, 94, 97
Seen with a fur wrap in episodes 12, 24, 35, 61
In episode 68, it is seen in Gilligan's dream of the castaways still stranded fifty years later. The dress wears remarkably well.
In episode 82, it is technically worn by Eva Grubb, Ginger's lookalike, of course also played by Tina Louise.

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:37 PM

More images:

(Can someone please tell me how to put multiple images in one post?

)

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:40 PM

I'm attempting to get images that not only show off the dress, but also the various 'do's worn by Miss G through the show's run.

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:42 PM

A back view

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:47 PM

Swept up in giant curls

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:51 PM

Though I prefer the straighter, longer locks seen in latter season three (see post #4 above), I also have an affinity for the headbands and slightly bouffant style popular in the second season.

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:53 PM

Slapped down by Tongo...how dare he!!

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:54 PM

Ginger, with hair swept to the side, and puzzled by a Gilliganpropism

Alex Cooper · 02-17-2017, 11:59 PM

A hairstyle seen only in, I believe, "Quick, Before It Sinks" and "Chain of Command" before Ginger quickly grew several inches of hair and started to prefer the headbands.

Alex Cooper · 02-18-2017, 12:02 AM

A true movie star is still a star even in a turkey "not good enough for the late, late show"...that somehow manages to sweep Cannes!

(Now, was this Ingmar Bergman's first American film?)

Alex Cooper · 02-18-2017, 12:04 AM

Okay, these aren't in chronological order, but here's an early episode pic:

Anna Karenina · 02-18-2017, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Cooper

A true movie star is still a star even in a turkey "not good enough for the late, late show"...that still manages to sweep Cannes!

(Now, was this Ingmar Bergman's first American film?)

WOW!

This one is a particular stunner.

I got your wonderful message and will respond later.

Alex Cooper · 02-18-2017, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anna Karenina

WOW!

This one is a particular stunner.

I got your wonderful message and will respond later.

Thank you dear! Up next is the SS Minnow dress!

Bonniegirl · 02-18-2017, 12:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Cooper

Though I prefer the straighter, longer locks seen in latter season three (see post #4 above), I also have an affinity for the headbands and slightly bouffant style popular in the second season.

I liked her hair like this!

02-17-2017, 11:07 PM	#1
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	Ginger's Wardrobe-An Index I was delighted to discover I am not the only one interested in the sartorial stylings of the gorgeous, glamorous Ginger Grant, played by the luscious Miss Tina Louise. This inspired me to attempt an index of every outfit worn by Ginger in the 98 Gilligan's Island episodes. The GI Wiki has a nice list of main costumes for all of the castaways, but Ginger's, at least, is not complete. The purposed index will be divided into four sections: I. Main wardrobe II. Bathing and sleep wear III. Auxiliary outfits IV. Dream and hallucination outfits This will probably end up being more information than anyone would want or need to know, but I had a heck of a lot of fun rewatching all of the episodes and taking notes. Also, I would appreciate any suggestions, as well as help making this list as accurate as possible. Unfortunately, even the "complete" DVD releases have missing scenes, so please let me know of any unintentional omissions. Now, to start with the dress that launched a thousand ships (or was shipwrecked with one)... Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:32 PM	#2
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	Section I. Main Wardrobe The outfits Ginger did or would likely consider daily wear, keeping in mind that Ginger's idea of daily wear is much different from Mary Ann's, or, well, anyone else's in the world, which is why she's Ginger! I. 1. Original/ Beige and Silver Gown This is Ginger's classic look, the dress she was shipwrecked in, and, according to her, the only dress she had with her. It was, by far, worn more often than any other outfit, appearing in a full two-thirds of episodes. This isn't surprising, as it's a beautiful dress, and Ginger looks beyond stunning in it. Even as she mysteriously found ways to expand her wardrobe though stranded on a deserted island, this gown remained Ginger's "go-to" outfit, rarely being absent for long. According to a 2012 New York Times interview with Tina Louise (seriously, you can find it online), her wardrobe was designed by Nolan Miller, who created this "beige dress with silver bugle beads along the neckline" that was made of "crepe and very thin." # of episode appearances: 66 Appeared in episodes: 1-6, 8-12, 15-19, 21, 23-26, 28-33, 35-44, 47, 48, 50, 53, 56, 59, 61-63, 66, 68, 69, 74-77, 79, 81, 82, 84-86, 88-90, 92, 93, 94, 97 Seen with a fur wrap in episodes 12, 24, 35, 61 In episode 68, it is seen in Gilligan's dream of the castaways still stranded fifty years later. The dress wears remarkably well. In episode 82, it is technically worn by Eva Grubb, Ginger's lookalike, of course also played by Tina Louise. Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:37 PM	#3
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	More images: (Can someone please tell me how to put multiple images in one post? ) Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:42 PM	#5
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	A back view Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:47 PM	#6
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	Swept up in giant curls Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:40 PM	#4
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	I'm attempting to get images that not only show off the dress, but also the various 'do's worn by Miss G through the show's run. Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:51 PM	#7
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	Though I prefer the straighter, longer locks seen in latter season three (see post #4 above), I also have an affinity for the headbands and slightly bouffant style popular in the second season. Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:53 PM	#8
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	Slapped down by Tongo...how dare he!! Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:54 PM	#9
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	Ginger, with hair swept to the side, and puzzled by a Gilliganpropism Attached Images

02-17-2017, 11:59 PM	#10
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	A hairstyle seen only in, I believe, "Quick, Before It Sinks" and "Chain of Command" before Ginger quickly grew several inches of hair and started to prefer the headbands. Attached Images

02-18-2017, 12:02 AM	#11
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	A true movie star is still a star even in a turkey "not good enough for the late, late show"...that somehow manages to sweep Cannes! (Now, was this Ingmar Bergman's first American film?) Attached Images
	Last edited by Alex Cooper; 03-20-2017 at 10:47 PM.

02-18-2017, 12:04 AM	#12
Alex Cooper Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 16, 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,705	Okay, these aren't in chronological order, but here's an early episode pic: Attached Images