Edith Head

American costume designer for films

Edith Head - American costume designer for films
Born

October 28th, 1897
127 years ago

Died

1981
44 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent costume designer in Hollywood, this individual contributed to the visual style of numerous classic films from the 1930s to the 1970s. Winning eight Academy Awards for Costume Design, the work spanned a variety of genres and styles. Collaborations included notable films such as 'Sunset Boulevard,' 'A Place in the Sun,' and 'The Heiress.' The designer’s innovative designs established lasting trends in fashion and film costuming.

Won eight Academy Awards for Costume Design

Designed costumes for 'The Sting' and 'Roman Holiday'

Worked on over 400 films during career

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