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On the web: Google's commemorative doodle features Edith Head in the foreground, with sketches of some of her more famous designs behind her Google has created a special Google Doodle searchbar logo in
Donyale Luna (August 31, 1945 – May 17, 1979) was an American model and actress. In 1966, Luna became the first African American model to appear on the cover of British Vogue. She also appeared in several underground films by Andy Warhol, and
Noami Campbell more than a Legendary Super Model
Fashion legend Zelda Wynn Valdes (1905 – 2001) was the first black designer and costumer to open her own shop, which was the first black-owned business on Broadway in 1948. Her designs have been worn by
Grace Jones (born 19 May 1948) is a Jamaican singer, actress and model. Jones started out as a model, regularly appearing at the New York City nightclub Studio 54. Jones secured a record deal with Island Records in 1977, which resulted in a
Marilyn Monroe (born Norma Jeane Mortenson; June 1, 1926 – August 5, 1962)was an American actress, model, and singer, who became a major sex symbol, starring in a number of commercially successful motion pictures during the 1950s and
Madonna Louise Ciccone born August 16, 1958) is an American singer-songwriter, actress, director, dancer, and entrepreneur. Born in Bay City, Michigan, she moved to New York City in 1977 to pursue a career in modern dance and performed in the music groups Breakfast Club and
Cher born Cherilyn Sarkisian, May 20, 1946) is an American singer and actress with a career spanning almost five decades. Recognized for having brought the sense of female autonomy and self-actualization into the entertainment industry, she is
Gabrielle "Coco" Bonheur Chanel (August 19, 1883 – January 10, 1971) was a French fashion designer and founder of the Chanel brand. She was the only fashion designer to appear on Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people of the 20th century.