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Muse : Cicely Tyson and me : a relationship forged in fashion

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Call Number

746.92 M6211 (CEN)

Edition

First edition.

Publication Information

New York, NY : Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2024]

Physical Description

xix, 200 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 32 cm

Summary

"A poignant and glorious photographic memoir that pays homage to the lifelong friendship between the legendary Cicely Tyson and acclaimed fashion designer B Michael, who worked with her to make her gorgeous through her last bow"--

Contents

My first ball gown for my muse
The importance of the grand exit
Celebrating those who serve
Feathers, sequins, and leading men
A surprise win
Dressing my own First Lady
Thrilled by life
The Kennedy Center Honors, part II
A new stage of life
Women dressing for other women
Legend living in the moment
Hope, healing, love, and pride
Our cover girls
Getting the call
The red carpet moment
A portrait of elegance
A deeply personal honor
Cicely pays tribute to two thirds
Thank you.

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