Griffe, Jacques (1917-1996)

Person

Dates

Existence: 1917-1996

Biography

Jacques Griffe (1917-1996) was a French fashion designer. After beginning his career as a tailor and cutter, Griffe opened his own house in 1942. Griffe is celebrated for his use draping techniques in order to accent the female form. Griffe retired from fashion design in 1968.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Jacques Griffe, 1954, 1954

folder

Identifier: SC.320.11

Scope and Contents

The series is comprised of 1 black and white photograph.

Dates: 1954

Found in: Special Collections and FIT Archive / Carmel Snow for Harper's Bazaar press photos, 1954-1955

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Subject: Twentieth century X