Description:
A long overdue celebration of the career and achievements of Travis Banton, one of the preeminent costume/fashion designers of Hollywood's Celebrated "Golden Age." Banton was responsible for creating the on-screen images of such legendary actresses as Carole Lombard, Claudette Colbert, Mae West, and most notably Marlene Dietrich.
Review Quotes: "The fashions of old Hollywood, and the man who helped define them . . . [F]un and amply illustrated . . . This book will appeal to cinema fans, fashion enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys juicy gossip . . . [a] welcome recognition of one of cinema's most important designers."-- "Kirkus Reviews"