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Kate Winslet Is Lee Miller

Produced by and starring leading British actress Kate Winslet, ‘Lee’ is a biopic that delves deep into the life of renowned war photographer Elizabeth `Lee’ Miller. Familiar with making costumes for TV, the silver screen and even Madame Tussauds, our bespoke team here at 10 Savile Row was tasked with the creation of a replica US Class A tunic for the leading lady.

Fashion

Born in America in 1907 and before she picked up the camera for herself, Elizabeth `Lee' Miller was one of the most sought-after models in New York.

Miller's look was what Vogue's then editor-in-chief Edna Woolman Chase was looking for to represent the emerging idea of the ``modern girl``.

At the time, Miller was frequently photographed by leading fashion photographers, including Edward Steichen, Arnold Genthe, Nickolas Murray and George Hoyningen-Huene.

Here, modelling for Vogue in 1928.

Leaving her own modelling career behind, Miller became an acclaimed photographer and war correspondent for Vogue magazine during the Second World War.

Class A

Asked to make a replica Class A Tunic for Ms Winslet's character, during the course of the multiple costume fittings, we were privileged to be able to handle and measure Lee Miller's original uniform, which was made by Kilgour, French & Stanbury.

Head Cutter Nicholas De'Ath and Cutter Alex Hills, himself an avid fan of vintage tailoring and designs, worked together in the Cutting Room at 10 Savile Row to create an exact replica.

On Screen

The uniform itself can be seen throughout the film and also features in the official trailer. Directed by the acclaimed cinematographer Ellen Kuras, the film is a poignant journey through one of history's most tumultuous times.

To quote the British Film Institute, ‘Winslet perfectly captures Lee’s indomitable spirit, foolhardy bravery, and sense of righteous indignation, in a performance that appears to be constantly breaking through states of physical exhaustion.’

To view the official trailer on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DmFYkiUAAA8?si=A_Yllq8-55pLoy65

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