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Renée Nicole Gray

Renée Nicole Gray

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Sculpted metal dresses by Bernard and François Baschet from the 1966  film “Qui êtes-vous Poly-Maggoo?”
September 8, 2021September 8, 2021 Renée Nicole Gray

Sculpted metal dresses by Bernard and François Baschet from the 1966 film “Qui êtes-vous Poly-Maggoo?”

1960’s, Fashion History, Film Costumes

These avant-garde, sculpted metal and aluminum dresses were created by Bernard and François Baschet, and worn in the 1966 William Klein film “Qui êtes-vous Poly-Maggoo?”

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Lady Mendl’s Elsa Schiaparelli “Apollo of Versailles” cape
June 12, 2021September 8, 2021 Renée Nicole Gray

Lady Mendl’s Elsa Schiaparelli “Apollo of Versailles” cape

1930s, Elsa Schiaparelli, Fashion History

The detailing in Elsa Schiaparelli’s “Apollo of Versailles” cape is simply exquisite. This piece comes from Schiaparelli’s iconic Autumn/Winter 1938-39 Cosmique collection, which was dedicated

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The devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on women
March 8, 2021June 12, 2021 Renée Nicole Gray

The devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on women

COVID-19

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began last year, women have been disproportionately affected by its impact. Not only do a high number of women work in

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The history of 17th century plague doctor costumes
July 22, 2020July 26, 2020 Renée Nicole Gray

The history of 17th century plague doctor costumes

Fashion History

Read more fashion history at www.fashionwithrenee.com and follow on social @fashionwithrenee Bird beak masks were a part of the earliest iteration of a hazmat suit. They were

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A Hamilton first time viewers guide
June 30, 2020July 26, 2020 Renée Nicole Gray

A Hamilton first time viewers guide

Blog

I am ecstatic that so many people who have not yet had the chance to experience the magic of seeing Hamilton live in the theatre

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My disappearing birthday: What it is really like to have been born on a Leap Day.
February 6, 2020July 26, 2020 Renée Nicole Gray

My disappearing birthday: What it is really like to have been born on a Leap Day.

Blog

I am 35, but have only had 8 birthdays in my entire life. I came into the world on February 29th, and wouldn’t have it

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July 12, 2019July 12, 2019 Renée Nicole Gray

The History Of The Ballet Tutu

Fashion History

The tutu has become an iconic and integral part of the ballet aesthetic over the years. Though they are now created in thousands of dazzling

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February 2, 2019June 14, 2019 Renée Nicole Gray

The Evolution Of The Super Bowl Halftime Show

Uncategorized

I’m not a sports fan, so on Super Bowl weekend I only get excited for the following reasons. 1-I can eat Doritos without guilt throughout

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December 28, 2018June 14, 2019 Renée Nicole Gray

How Will Women Ever Be Equal To Men If We Keep Taking Their Last Names?

maiden names, Weddings

In a world where we fight against men for jobs, equal wages, raises and promotions, it does not seem logical to me that we are

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December 9, 2018June 14, 2019 Renée Nicole Gray

My Day On Brooklyn Jury Duty. Tips & Survival Guide

Advice, Brooklyn Living, Jury Duty

I recently got the dreaded notice that I had been summoned to Brooklyn jury duty. Sadly, I missed the El Chapo jury selection by a

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Could Disney Parks Make Death As Magical As Their Weddings?
May 15, 2016July 13, 2019 Renée Nicole Gray

Could Disney Parks Make Death As Magical As Their Weddings?

Weddings

In 2016, Disney World announced that aspiring bridezillas all over the work can now plan to have their dream wedding in front of Cinderella’s castle. For

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