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@cassandrabromfieldscompany96404 ай бұрын
@@TheBeverly7 I so appreciate it, thanks!
@TheBeverly74 ай бұрын
@@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Thank you for sharing this!!!
@susanavera77116 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing I love her work And I love to make my own ❤clothes ❤
@vw35758 ай бұрын
She designed Jackie o wedding dress
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96408 ай бұрын
Yes this was a great opportunity.
@wildhalo27698 ай бұрын
My soul needed this as I had never heard of her until today. As for who should portray Ann Lowe? In my opinion, I can see Aja Naomi King ( How to Get Away With Murder) as Ann Lowe. Thank you so much for sharing this. My mind is completely blown that I have never heard of her and her rich legacy until now.
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96408 ай бұрын
Ooooh thats a good one I think she is an amazing actress!
@NEMSSC9 ай бұрын
fantastic
@crystalshipfilmmakers30029 ай бұрын
Saks ended up cheating Ann out of thousands and thousands of dollars because of being underpaid for her designs. Saks Fifth Ave would owe her nearly 3 million dollars in today’s market.
@crystalshipfilmmakers30029 ай бұрын
Yes, Ann Lowe had a private shop, known as The Adams Room in Saks Fifth Ave. Unfortunately, she was forced out of Saks due unforeseen financial challenges.
@ellentedwards93379 ай бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous!!❤❤
@reynitamcmillan78439 ай бұрын
Beautiful!!! Congratulations!!!!!!
@CBromfield9 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, she and her Mom were great. I met the Dad on a Zoom….the whole family were wonderful.
@AliceAmos-bh2gm11 ай бұрын
Oprah to play Ann Lowe
@TheBeverly7 Жыл бұрын
Red, black, and green!!!!
@TheBeverly7 Жыл бұрын
Bravo!!!!!
@IDEALEGACY59 Жыл бұрын
Michelle Williams from Destiny Child or Viola Davis looks like Ann Lowe....
@CBromfield Жыл бұрын
Michelle Williams is a real good one. Viola I don’t see it physically, but she’s such a great actress she would pull could pull it off.
@lindawilliams8715 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for remembering the talented and gifted coututier ANN LOWE. So many great African Americans pass away in poverty yet they left an amazing historical legacy i.e. Rosa Parks; Mildred Blount (miliner for all of the hats worn in the movie classic Gone with the Wind) architect Benjamin Banneker and many others. I am glad and proud of her amazing legacy.🙏
@dirikimiller1026 Жыл бұрын
In spite of all the recent drama and everything I think that Jada pinkett Smith will make a great Ann lowe and speaking of business I believe foremost that an artist designer can also become a great businessman or businesswoman I am a designer an artist and I'm just now learning about the marketing and business aspect of fashion so I do believe that as an artist you can become very astute at business as well
@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Жыл бұрын
I actually thought that Jada too, but with the recent issues....yeah....however Nichole Beharie would knock it out of the park. Thanks for watching!
@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, there are tons of creatives who we know nothing about. The more we highlight them the better and more inspired.
@NexxisStudio Жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing such an interesting video on Ann Lowe. Her dresses, the largest exhibition to date, is on view at the Winterthur Museum of American decorative arts in Delaware until January 7 I believe. I found it shocking that Saks did not collaborate to ensure her business better, shocking and sad. Such behaviors still go on today. Shame on Saks! As you mentioned it appears that Jacqueline Kennedy paid off her debts accrued at Saks anonymously (Apparently there was a derogatory article in Ladies Home Journal, where Mrs Kennedy had referred to her design source of her wedding gown without recognizing Ann in a proper and honorable context. Ann was courageous to note this directly to the First Lady regarding the article and to the publisher of the magazine itself and asked for public acknowledgment through Ann's hired lawyer. It was soon after her debts were cleared completely and Ann felt it was Jacqueline who did the favor.). According to the research done by the National Museum of African American History & Culture, Ann joined the Madison Avenue upscale dress boutique, Madeleine Couture, where she partnered with the Stoddards, a husband and wife team who owned the shop and wanted to showcase Ann's talents. They also helped with her health and eye issues, public relations and doing the ground breaking Mike Douglas show in 1964. A year later, Ann partnered with retailer Florence Cowell to open a new shop at 558 Madison Avenue under a new brand name, A.F. Chantilly Inc. where Ann produced fashion for both wholesale and custom designed gowns, dresses, coats and ladies suits. Sadly it should be noted all during her life she was taken advantage of in business. Not only did Saks do this but individual clients did not always pay her fully for her work, sometimes asking her for prices they knew fully well were far below what they would have paid similarly to a white designer. The circumstances are not fully known why in my research, but Ann opened a new shop yet again, this time solo, in 1968, also on Madison Avenue, with the brand name Ann Lowe Originals. She remained at this shop until her retirement in 1972. You can watch a history on Ann via the link to Winterthur's site: www.winterthur.org/ann-lowe-american-couturier/#:~:text=This%20exhibit%20will%20present%20the,2023%2C%20to%20Jan.%207%2C%202024. Regarding the first black American woman to own a shop in America we have to go back earlier in time to 1902 to Annie Malone, the first African American woman to open a business and shop for cosmetics. Soon after one of Annie's employees, Madame C.J. Walker developed a hair treatment similar to the one Annie developed and opened a shop in 1908. Both became very successful in their operations as millionaires. Both helped their communities to thrive by creating cosmetology schools, factories, salons and direct mail, hiring hundreds of employees in different cities.
@924MUSIC Жыл бұрын
Where’s the link?
@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Жыл бұрын
The links are in the video description, but you can also find the Mike Douglas and Ann Lowe by searching with that title. If I leave a link here it may come up as spam.
AMAZING INFORMATION!! As an Afro American we are as Americans so NON-informed and Ms. ANN LOWE was an American treasure....thank you so much for this Story!!!!
@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching. There is a Black Fashion History Podcast with Taniqua Martin, she has some great info, you may like.
@applejellypucci Жыл бұрын
Cassandra is like a local celebrity love it
@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Жыл бұрын
Oh my! Thank you!!!!
@07sloan Жыл бұрын
Such a gorgeous dress!!!!! ❤ wow what talent!
@07sloan Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Cassandra and Sherri!!!! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and you created a dress that dreams are made of !
@douglas_barton Жыл бұрын
That was a wonderful video, thank you. I knew Fabrice only from being introduced to him at Private Eyes in 1987. He was charming and kind. I recently found one of his old dresses in my mothers closet. it is so sexy and beautiful, and I want it to go somewhere it can help to sustain his legacy. Any ideas?
@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Жыл бұрын
That's amazing to have met him. I am wondering if any of the NY Museums (The Met, Museum of the City of NY, or even the Museum at FIT) would want this garment. You can start there. I don't know if museums pay for items, so be prepared to donate the garment. They will examine the garment and if you have photos of your Mom (or any relative) in the dress that will add to the story of the dress. Good luck with that and thanks for watching.
@douglas_barton Жыл бұрын
@@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 So kind of you to read and respond. All the best to you always. Kindest regards, DB
@asiabryant2072 жыл бұрын
I'm in love with this project. So excited to see more
@annafeher65342 жыл бұрын
I love your dolls!
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96402 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much and thanks for watching.
@poodledoodlequilter64792 жыл бұрын
I am a quilter! I hand piece and hand quilt all the quilts I make. I do not own a sewing machine. There is a wonderful book called A Community Of The Spirits by Roland L. Freeman about African American Quilters! I would be lost if I didn't quilt, it calms me. My Father was a German Jew, my Mother was Choctaw and I married a Cuban immigrant. I'm hoping I can find the book you speak of. Sorry this post is so long, thank you for sharing, and for all you do. Take care and stay safe. ♥
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96402 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching. I will look up the book you recommended and the book on Black Designers is on Amazon. I am impressed with fiber artist who do not use sewing machines. At one time every thing was made by hand and there are sewers who show that hand work here on You Tube. Handwork is calming, you are right about how you use the needle as not only a sewing tool, but also as a therapist. Your message wasn't too long at all and I appreciate the comment. Stay well and thanks again.
@poodledoodlequilter64792 жыл бұрын
@@cassandrabromfieldscompany9640 Thank you for your kind words, have a wonderful day!
@eprohoda2 жыл бұрын
guy~ Hey, like~amazing done,talk you later!
@wearshimoda3 жыл бұрын
BRIANA! Amazing!
@manvendrarawat26873 жыл бұрын
Guys did you ever try morphsuit as the costume??
@lucillegoldenvintage16503 жыл бұрын
Obsessed.with those sleeves! And love the skirt!
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96403 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching. This blouse was a big hit for me back in the day.
@ingridpear18823 жыл бұрын
Thought the v-collar dipping into the v-neck was unusually eye-catching would be different nowadays too.love the classical piano music in the back.Boy,the veil blusher and all just makes the bride.
@ioniacisse31173 жыл бұрын
Great Show and Presentation TRIBA!!
@reynitamcmillan78434 жыл бұрын
Thank You for this Miss Bromfield, I love your creations. You have a God given gift.
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96404 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your kind words.
@UrbanRoundtableTransitions4 жыл бұрын
It was a very special time of my life working with designers from my cultural community! Black designers and models were truly elevated by the Mid 90's! Ase' Ase' Ase' Ase'-O! What ever happened to Barbara Daniels? We were so close back then!
@lucillegoldenvintage16505 жыл бұрын
Happy Holidays!
@anuprestonia8675 жыл бұрын
Your many talents never cease to amaze me, Cassandra! Thank you, for this beautiful clip of that spectacular night. I felt beautiful and comfortable in the glamorous ensemble that you created for me. Many Thanks!
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96405 жыл бұрын
Thank you Anu, 40 years is something to really cheer about. The event also highlighted so many from the community and a real testament to our strength....we did not give up, we are still here.
@wearshimoda5 жыл бұрын
OMG! What a great event. So glad I was there to honor and see people I haven't seen in a long time. And I'm in the video! Woop!
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96405 жыл бұрын
It was a great event and what is so great was seeing so many wonderful faces from a really important time in the Natural Hair Movement.
@thehandmaidhome5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Is this one of yours?
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96405 жыл бұрын
Yes this is my designed dress. Thanks for watching, no one ever finds these videos.
@thehandmaidhome5 жыл бұрын
Cassandra Bromfield's Company Check how you’re tagging the videos and also what category it falls under. I’m sure there’s one for fashion. You could also find a similar video with lots of likes or comments and mimic how they tagged their video. ❤️
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96405 жыл бұрын
@@thehandmaidhome Thanks will do. They do have pretty good tips for helping channels.
@thehandmaidhome6 жыл бұрын
OH.MY.GOODNESS! Cassandra!!!! What a wonderful tribute to your aunt and her impeccable style and of course the Geoffrey Beene dress. What a beauty. I'm so glad you shared this exhibit. I would have loved to have seen something like this in person, but thanks to you, I can get a glimpse of beautiful, well-kept items. Your aunt was one classy lady! (Your videos make me want to up my editing game and learn this software like yesterday!)
@cassandrabromfieldscompany96406 жыл бұрын
Yes Aunt Nona was really stylish and they had a good life. I remember my Mother, Aunt Nona, and I were driving home from a family gathering and while waiting for the light to change, we must have stopped near a club. Aunt Nona said "People don't dress up any more, they look like they are going to work in the farm.". Ladies from a particular generation did dress even if it was just going to the grocery store. Thanks for watching
@matthias.hess16 жыл бұрын
I loved the exhibit soundtrack but I can't remember all the songs. Is the playlist available anywhere?
@tabianamoto7 жыл бұрын
OMG Cassandra Thank YOU for documenting this - it is a true encouragement to those of us who are blessed to have unique timeless items to trust the museum loan process and be a part of history. I have goosebumps and waves of appreciation at this simple film! Much love to you and your family <3