We reflect on the intricacies of renowned couturier Ann Lowe’s love life, exploring the romantic threads woven into the fabric of her extraordinary career. From her early days navigating the challenges of being an African American designer in the early 20th century to the pinnacle of her success, Lowe’s personal relationships played a significant role in shaping her creative journey.
The following aided the research in the love story of Ann Lowe.
Books
Something to Prove: A Biography of Ann Lowe America’s Forgotten Designer by Julia Faye Smith
Articles & Essays
“Jackie Kennedy’s wedding dress was made by a secret society dressmaker” by A. Spranklen
“The Powerful Story Behind Jackie Kennedy’s Wedding Dress” by F. S. Hoo
“Ann Lowe’s Barrier-Breaking Mid-Century Couture” by J. Thurman
“The Surprising Story Behind Jackie Kennedy’s Wedding Dress” by E. Timms
“The Life & Work of Ann Lowe: Rediscovering ‘Society’s Best Kept Secret'” by Margaret Powell
“Remembering Ann Lowe, the Black Fashion Designer Who Made Jackie Kennedy’s Wedding Dress” by G. Jelen
“JFK’s proposal to Jackie at Martin’s Tavern is ‘legend’ no more” by E. Heil
