Irene Online 8-19-11
Every once in a while, I like to do a re-cap of some of the many places I’ve come across online, that feature, or at least highlight Irene Lentz and her designs. This is not a full list by any means.. rather, some of my personal choices at this particular time. More, quality features will be shared in future posts. I do this, because it’s a delightful thing, to see Irene’s designs being talked about, written about, worn by today’s actresses, and revered by today’s designers. Irene’s style remains classic, but timeless… as seen here: Url: http://cinebeats.blogsome.com/category/costume-design/ Author: Kimberly Lindbergs Excerpt: “About six or seven years ago something strange happened. It all started when I...
Read MoreIrene Lentz Design, Town & Country March, 1953 p.10
Irene Lentz Design Town & Country March, 1953 p.10 [Advertisement] Jay Thorpe, 24 West 57, New York “IRENE Takes magnificent British wool to create a shapely suit with a Regency air and a definite penchant for European travel. Her signature of the season… graduated buttons” Thanks to Bret Fowler for sharing these Vintage Magazine Advertisements of Irene’s Designs with us! Click on the thumbnail image to see full view.
Read MoreIrene Lentz Design, Town & Country April, 1955 p.50
Irene Lentz Design Town & Country April, 1955 p.50 [Editorial] CALIFORNIAN FASHION “A dress for red-carpet occasions is worn by Mrs. Howard Morton Lang of Beverly Hills to Hollywood’s Huntington Hartford Theatre. Organdy embroidered with morning glories is fashioned into a narrow column, its slight back fullness released in the briefest of trains. Wide bands of satin wrap the bodice and continue to the floor in a shimmering sweep. By Irene at Bullock’s-Wilshire; Gunther Jaeckel; Nan Duskin; Marshall Field” Thanks to Bret Fowler for sharing these Vintage Magazine Advertisements of Irene’s Designs with us! Click on the thumbnail image to see full view.
Read MoreIrene Lentz Design, Town & Country April, 1955 p.4
Irene Lentz Design Town & Country April, 1955 p.4 [Advertisement] Gunther Jaeckel 10 East 57th We take pride in presenting THE SPRING AND SUMMER COLLECTION by IRENE Exclusive with Gunther Jaeckel in New York. Pictured, a sleekly sculptured suit of black raw silk, lined and cuffed in gold coin dots. $285 Fashion Salon, Third Floor” Thanks to Bret Fowler for sharing these Vintage Magazine Advertisements of Irene’s Designs with us! Click on the thumbnail image to see full view.
Read MoreIrene Lentz Design, Town & Country August, 1956 p.56
Irene Lentz Design Town & Country August, 1956 p.56 [Editorial] THE CALIFORNIA LOOK “The captivating young star of twentieth Century-fox’s CinemaScope production, “D-Day The Sixth Of June,” Dana Wynter, is seen at the Beverly Hills Hotel in an evening dress of champagne lace and white Bianchini chiffon. Its strapless bodice is outlined in white mink. By Irene, at Ransohoffs; Gunther Jaeckel; Nan Duskin; Marshall Field. Ruser diamonds.” Thanks to Bret Fowler for sharing these Vintage Magazine Advertisements of Irene’s Designs with us! Click on the thumbnail image to see full view.
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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