Main Bocher

About

Fashion designer most known for his Mainbocher label, which was established in 1929. He designed short and strapless versions of the evening gown and created beaded sweaters designed for evening wear.

Before Fame

He pursed his arts education at the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts.

Trivia

His decision to enter the couture world was largely due to his time spent as an editor at Vogue, a magazine that was later headed by Anna Wintour.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois.

Associated With

Christian Dior once said that his designs were ahead of their time.