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Beaton/A/A1/36/4
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- 11 Dec 1947 (Creation)
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2p paper
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Has enclosed a pattern or two. The white is for V. L.'s 'toile de jouy' dress. Discusses the dress. Is worried about the ball dress for V.L. (Vivien Leigh). Has designed a new ornament for the dress. Writes of the 'terrific flap' over the coats for Sir Harry Bumper and Careless. These costumes have been handed over to Nathan. Extended discussion of various costumes and scenes. Describes discussion between Amy Brandon-Thomas and Emil Littler. Jevan said that the men's trousers were too tight in the crutch and 'the next evening the poor devils were so embarrassed the next evening they all dried up through the play and spent their time hiding behind the furniture'. Is staying at the Palace on the 22nd. Tells Beaton not to worry.
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- Leigh, Vivien (1913-1967) actress (Subject)