The Fashion of Arthur McGee

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Fashion designer Arthur McGee talks about his design philosophy, his nemesis, and his role as a mentor. His first influence was his mother—a stylish dressmaker and lover of hats. When he moved to New York City he was told there were no jobs for black designers, but McGee found success early in his career designing costumes for Broadway and working for the American couturier Charles James. In 1957, he became the first African American to head a Seventh Avenue design studio, Bobby Brooks. His success has paved the way for designers of color.

Produced and Directed by
Christopher Noey

Director of Photography
Jessica Glass

Editor
Kate Farrell

Lighting Director
Ned Hallick

Sound Recording
Thomas Myers

Production Assistant
Angela Kim

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