Irene by Greg LaVoi Winter 2013 Fashion Show
My family, friends and I really enjoyed Saturday’s fashion show event, launching Greg LaVoi’s new line of Autumn/Winter 2013 designs – Irene by Greg LaVoi. Fashion shows are something my great-aunt was accustomed to, but I did not know what to expect. I have never attended one before. This new experience was very exciting. My mother would have really enjoyed being a part of it and it probably would have brought back some fond memories for her. My mother attended many of Irene’s fashion shows back in the day. The fun started after we checked in, got ourselves a yummy cocktail and watched folks walk the red carpet. Greg spotted us, and after big welcomes and hugs, he grabbed my hand and took me over to the red carpet. He said I should have...
Read MoreSuch exciting Irene news!
There has been a lot of buzz about Irene the last few years… buzz about books, documentaries, and more.. It’s all very exciting and I look forward to learning more about the various Irene projects the future holds! I have been fortunately enough to get to know a wonderful and talented man named Greg LaVoi, who has admired Irene’s work for some time and has recently turned a vision of his, into reality and it’s so very exciting, I am pleased to share news of it with you today! If you read my “Invite to..” post, then you’ve already heard a little teaser about this.. Yes, Greg has reinvented a new line of designs inspired by Irene. It’s called “Irene by Greg LaVoi”. I remember when Greg first told me about...
Read MoreWedding day photos with Irene
My mother and father’s wedding day, a beautiful Saturday in July, 1958 at the St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles. My grandparents, on both sides, were there by the couples side. My grandmother Mimi and grandfather Kline are pictured in one of the photos, as well as my mother’s best friend Pat and my uncle (my father’s brother) Norman – serving as maid of honor and best man. Many other special guests, including Irene, were there to celebrate the event. In this first photo here, Irene and my mother – Karyn – stand together, both looking so elegant. My mother’s wedding gown was designed by Irene. You can read more about “Irene’s favorite dress..” here. It’s gorgeous. Back in ’87, when I...
Read MoreInvite to Irene by Greg LaVoi
We are so excited about this upcoming event honoring Irene and celebrating Greg LaVoi’s new fashion line inspired by Irene Lentz – Irene by Greg LaVoi! This is a fashion show, introducing these designs and hopefully the first of many more to come. I imagine my great-aunt Irene with a huge smile on her face, admiring the thoughtful respect, skill that has gone behind this undertaking. It will be so exciting to be a part of this event witness the honoring of Irene’s legacy after all these years. I wish my mother and grandmother could be part of this celebration, but that was not meant to be. I plan to celebrate for them however. More news about this to come, and join us on Facebook to stay updated with the most recent Irene updates from across...
Read MoreIrene’s favorite dress…
In 2012, we saw the passing of mom. Karyn, my mother, and Irene’s niece had a full life with lots of love around her, right up until the end, and she passed on peacefully when the time came. I was going through some of Irene’s newspaper clippings and thought it would be nice to share a few that pertained to my mom. In this article “Gowned by Designer Aunt, Karyn Lentz Recites Vows”; the author described the gown that Irene designed for my mom when she married my father Donald. It was 3 p.m. Saturday, July 12th 1958. “An exquisite wedding gown created by her famous designer aunt, Irene, worn by Karyn Irene Lentz for her nuptial ceremony with Donald Charles Jr…” “… Her bridal gown of...
Read MoreIrene: New Laurels to Her Crown, LAToday 1976 Article
This article was originally published by Herald Examiner Staff Writer Betty Goodwin, in the Los Angeles Herald Examiner, Thursday May 20th, 1976. I scanned the paper, but the text was difficult to read, so I retyped it here for you to enjoy fully. I think the sentiments in the article still ring true today.. just as Irene’s designs are adored as eternal classics as much today as they were at the time of this printing.. and always. All images are copyright to Karlyn, and this website, Irene-Lentz.com. Please do not copy or lift from website for use elsewhere in any way. Contact me – Karlyn – for use on your blog or article. Her career was as colorful as a movie plot. She lept to her death from the 10th floor of her Hollywood Knickerbocker hotel...
Read MoreIrene everyday
It’s fun to share images of Irene in a more casual, everyday light. Here are some photos of Irene with two of her favorite companions.. Elliot, and Michael.
Read MoreAbout Irene
Irene is my grand-aunt, and admired for her work in women's fashion and Hollywood costume design. Her talent as a successful clothing designer in Los Angeles led to her long career as a costume designer for many great films in Hollywood.. until her sudden death in 1962. I hope you enjoy your visit.. ~ Karlyn
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