Cole, Anne (1927-2017)
Dates
- Existence: 1927-2017
Biography
Anne Cole is an American swimwear designer.
Anne first entered the world of fashion in the 1950s at her father’s swimwear company, Cole of California. As she worked her way through the ranks, her unique perspective on sales and marketing shaped Cole of California into an icon. From there, she launched her eponymous collection, creating styles for women of every age that flatter with effortless ease. Perhaps most famously, Anne created the original Tankini, blending the modesty of a one-piece swimsuit with the flexibility of a two-piece.
Today the Anne Cole brand offers a full collection of high-quality fashion swimwear in women’s and plus sizes.
Found in 91 Collections and/or Records:
AC [Anne Cole] Misc Iinfo 1985, 1985
This folder contains a press list, letters to press, and notes pertaining to Anne Cole's Transitional/Fall I 1985 collection and its release dates in stores.
AC [Anne Cole] Misc Show August 1990, 1990
This folder contains hand-written notes, correspondence, and a photographer's bill pertaining to Anne Cole's Cruise 1991 collection shown in August 1990.
AC [Anne Cole] Newsweek Clips February 18, 1985, 1985
This folder contains a photocopy of an article from The February 18, 1985 issue of newsweek that features the season's swimwear including Anne Cole.
AC [Anne Cole] NY Times August 9, 1990, 1990
This folder contains a clipping and 5 photocopies of an article from the August 9, 1990 New York Times announcing the return of the structured bra in swimwear and featuring an Anne Cole swimwear design.
AC [Anne Cole] Out of town press kit [Swimwear, Cruise 1985], 1985
This folder contains an out of town press list and press releases pertaining to the Swimwear, Cruise 1985 Anne Cole Collection.
AC [Anne Cole] Patriot Ledger December 31, 1990, 1990
This folder contains a clipping and 3 photocopies of an article from the December 31, 1990 Patriot Ledger announcing the return of the bra in swimwear and featuring an interview with Anne Cole.
AC [Anne Cole] P.B. Post January 25, 1985, 1985
This folder contains the front page of the fashion section of the January 25, 1985 issue of The Post featuring an article about Anne Cole's first spring/summer sportswear collection.
AC [Anne Cole] Photos
This folder contains 4 different 8x10 black and white portraits of Anne Cole, some with multiple copies, one 8x10 negative, and one 8x10 black and white photograph of an Anne cole swimsuit.
AC [Anne Cole] Photos 1985, July-August 1984, 1984
This folder contains 5 color slides of Anne Cole swimwear designs dated July and August 1984.
AC [Anne Cole] Photos 1985 Swimwear negatives, 1985
This folder contains a press release, 4 8x10 negatives, 1 black and white 8x10 photograph, and 4 photocopies with descriptions of swimwear from the Swimwear, Cruise 1985 Anne Cole Collection.