IRENE SHARAFF
Second only to Edith Head in terms of honours from the Academy, Irene Sharaff proved her versatility by mastering the look of multiple periods and genres, and was highly influential on the style of her time. Her design choices had an effect not only on the fashion world but went as far as to influence interior design.
Contribution: West Side Story, The King and I, Cleopatra (in collaboration with Renie), Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
IRENE LENTZ
Irene was a true talent whose work still impacts on film today. Costume designer Colleen Atwood dressed Angelina Jolie in ‘The Tourist’ in a dress inspired by an Irene creation. This talented woman’s designs in films of the past continue to influence contemporary tastes.
Contribution: Girl Crazy, Shall We Dance (Gowns), The Postman Always Rings Twice Best Foot Forward, Kismet, Midnight Lace, B.F.’s Daughter