Finger, Mildred (1924-1995)
Dates
- Existence: 1924-1995
Biography
"Mildred Finger Haines ... helped shape fashion tastes for four decades as a top buyer for department stores and a consultant to clothes makers and retailers.... From the late 1940's through the late 1960's, Mrs. Haines, known throughout her career as Mildred Finger, was a buyer of ready-to-wear at Macy's, Ohrbach's and Bergdorf Goodman, and was one of New York City's most often cited taste makers. At Bergdorf's, in particular, she was noted for bringing European styles to American consumers. She later became Vice President of Charles of the Ritz, headed fashion merchandising for Yves St. Laurent and became an independent consultant, with clients like the Limited and Arthur D. Little. Suffering from multiple sclerosis, she retired in 1986. In succeeding years, she frequently contributed her knowledge of the fashion industry to the oral history projects of the American Jewish Committee and the Fashion Institute of Technology...." New York Times Obituary, 1995
Found in 113 Collections and/or Records:
Ralph Lauren interview, 1990 September 5, 1990 September 5
This interview with Ralph Lauren explores his life growing up in the Bronx and how he started his career in the fashion industry. He provides insight to his design process and the company products, which vary from clothing to furnishings and linens.
Richard Schwartz interview, 1982 November 12, 1982 November 12
Robert Abajian interview, 1985 January 19, 1985 January 19
Robert Bendheim interview, 1984 January 30, 1984 January 30
Robert Cohen interview, 1983 March 23, 1983 March 23
Robert Mulrenan interview, 1983 May 05, 1983 May 05
Sarah Tomerlin Lee interview, 1983 December 15 and 20, 1983 December 15 and 20
Selma Frankel interview, 1982 August 31, 1982 August 31
Selma Frankel reflecting on her father, Maurice Rentner.