Rhimes, added, "Costumes are more than are the clothes that actor wear on the screen. Costumes tell stories, spirit, and the journey of every character is communicated in every ballgown, every scrub cap, every white cap you see on screen." She then individually thanked all the "ingenious creative minds" who have partnered with Shondaland and helped them bring their characters to life. She concluded by giving her sincere thanks to the Costumes Designer Guild Awards. CDG president Salvador Perez previously said in a statement announcing the news that "we can think of no other duo more deserving of this award."