Mae west 1930s

In 1933, Paris fashion fell under Mae West’s spell.

“I’ll try anything once, twice if I like it, three times to make sure.” Mae West in I’m No Angel (1933)

Mae West was the most controversial actress and screenwriter of her time. She was more than just a woman of fascinating beauty – West also proved to be incredibly witty and smart. Here are some lesser known facts about her.

Mae West with her Borzois (1935)

Mrs. Anne Rea, the hair dresser for MAE WEST, was interviewed about the star in March 1956. This woman had traveled with the iconic performer from 1946 — 1952 during the time when Mae was touring the United States with "Diamond Lil" and "Come on Up and Ring Twice." During her road shows, Mae carried around thousands of dollars worth of spit curls, bangs, braids, falls, and other false hair pieces which required special attention and maintenance. • • This is the third and final installment of…

Mae West died on Nov. 22, 1980, at the age of 88 in Los Angeles. Here, WWD remembers standout fashion moments from her career and life.

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“There are no good girls gone wrong - just bad girls found out.” ― Mae West

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