Thomas, Bill, 1921-2000 (1920-2000)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1920-2000
Biography
Bill Thomas, born in Chicago in 1920, is an Academy Award-winning costume designer with more than 300 films to his name. He was responsible for actress Jean Simmons' wardrobe and created the clown costume for Judy Garland in "The Pirate." He worked with several celebrities while also creating wardrobes for private clients.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Bill Thomas interview, 1982 April 14, May 13 & 25, 1982 April 14, May 13 & 25
Item
Identifier: SC.FITA.3.20.4.9.1.125
Scope and Contents
From the sub-sub-sub-series:
The Oral History Project of the Fashion Industries began informally in the late 1970s, and was officially funded by a grant from the Educational Foundation for the Fashion Industries beginning in 1981. The project was guided by an industry advisory committee chaired by Mrs. William Randolph Hearst, Jr., and was largely guided by then director of the Gladys Marcus Library at FIT, John Touhey.
Dates:
1982 April 14, May 13 & 25