 Turturice established a reputation as the rare costume designer whose range encompassed amazing period costumes as well as couture gowns worn by actresses on the red carpet at Hollywood's award ceremonies.Known as one of the last of the old school costume designers who made every piece, he influenced and mentored many in the field.One example of this hand crafted detail was the handmade charm bracelet he created from clay as a Stone Age accessory for "The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas".