Jacques doucet

She began her career in dressmaking in London in and opened her first salon, Maison Lucile, in She later expanded to New York and Paris. Career Highlights : Lucile designed costumes for wealthy women, actresses, and film stars in London, Paris, and New York. She was known for her elaborate fashion shows and theatrical presentations, which included stages, ramps, curtains, and music.

Her designs were integral to the narrative and technical requirements of films, enhancing character traits and adapting to lighting conditions.

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She provided commercial endorsements for a wide range of products, including petticoats, corsets, textiles, and even automobile interiors. She passed away in from breast cancer, but her influence on fashion and film costume design remains significant. Historical Context : The article highlights the need for further research into the history of costume design for silent films, focusing on the contributions of other women designers like Madame Frances, Clare West, and Sallie Milgrim.

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