| Title |
Letters to Beaton |
| Reference |
A1/542 |
| Creator |
Diana Vreeland (1903-1989) |
| Covering Dates |
25 July 1961–28 Mar. 1973 (Many undated.) |
| Extent and Medium |
62 letters; 6 telegrams; 1 card; 1 fragment; paper; Mixed |
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| Content and context |
American fashion editor and consultant. |
| Index Terms |
| Vreeland, Diana (1903-1989) fashion editor and consultant |
| St John's Library/Beaton/A1/542 contains: |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Has been "impossible" about writing and asks Beaton to forgive her. Saw Jackie K at the Mellon ball, which was "extraordinary". Knows that Beaton's new book is out and hopes there is one on the way. Leaves soon to stay with Marjorie Wilson in Biarritz for two weeks. Explains that she does not like heat. Feels Beaton's visit to Truman will be "intoxicating". Asks Beaton if he will be anywhere near the places she is going to. Hopes Chiquita is feeling stronger.
2p; paper. |
25 July 1961 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Has just seen the Queen with Beaton's "perfectly beautiful" photographs of his African visit. Tells him about their summer plans. Asks if they can meet if Beaton is going through Paris. Babe Paley's party was the most attractive she has ever been to. It left her feeling "fresh and gay for the whole weekend". Tells him not to miss the present Esquire which has Norman Mailer's piece on Jackie Kennedy.
1p; paper. |
24 June 1962 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Is sorry that Beaton is concerned about the use of Cleo de Merode. They adore the photographs but they were not suitable for any of their spring issues. They are keeping the feature for a rich autumn issue.
1p; paper. |
12 June 1963 |
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4
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Cable to Beaton, from New York. Discusses a feature with "poetic clothes" to be published in March or after. Asks Beaton what he thinks.
1p; paper. |
6 Jan. 1954 |
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5
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Beaton's book on royalty arrived without a card, but she feels sure it is for her from him. It is "divinely beautiful". Is thrilled that Balenciaga and St. Laurent love Beaton's clothes. Asks him to send a wire after photographing Plisetskaya. Feels that it would be their greatest coup. Hopes that all goes well "as she is rather mad and wild". Has written to Susan Train to have everything laid out.
1p; paper. |
7 Jan. 1964 |
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6
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Thanks Beaton for the "fascinating" pictures of Marjorie Blossom Wilson. In the pictures she is "the most divinely beautiful person that ever was". Read Beaton's letter about their mention of his book "My Fair Lady" very seriously. Will tell Beaton all about it the next time they meet. The last thing she would ever want to do is offend him. What happened was "a tremendous error and extremely rude on our part". Discusses the possibility of a profile on Pamela Wyndham. Has asked Kirstie Hesketh if they may do pictures of her house with her in it. Feels that "ravishing personalities" are more important than beauties. Would love Beaton's advice on this. His profile of the Devonshires was riveting. Hopes that Beaton will be as proud of his "Old-Timers" in January as they are. Wonders if he can think of some "young, raky types" that would be amusing for them.
3p; paper. |
28 Dec. 1964 |
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7
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Is getting worse than her former editor who never acknowledged anything. Asks Beaton to overlook the last six weeks. His marvellous pictures of Lady Asquith and the Penroses are "beyond words beautiful". They need some beauties from Beaton as it is essential that they get some "big time stars" in Vogue. Only Beaton can give "the super duper quality". Would like to do an article on Beaton's idea of "The Nose". Longs for Europe and misses not coming to London after her "exquisite" week last spring. Asks Beaton if he is coming here this summer. Truman was "deeply deeply shaken" by the two men in Kansas being hung although it means the release of his book at last.
1p; paper. |
4 May 1965 |
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8
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Has attached an excerpt from Consuelo Crespi discussing Princess Ibrahim. Are Crespi and Beaton talking about the same person? Wonders if Beaton could photograph the Princess. Asks if Miss Hose could send her a fast cable giving an answer. Is mad about Beaton's "fast tackle" with the Orientals. Would like to have a great article about them.
2p; paper. |
18 June 1965 |
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9
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Is "spellbound" on Beaton's shots of Chanel. Is desperate to hear that he had a picture of Balenciaga. Is fascinated by the pictures of Pamela Wyndham Egremont. She is a great traveller and has interests "like only English women have". Asks Beaton to photograph her "in the most picturesque way possible". Naturally he should include the children.
1p; paper. |
21 June 1965 |
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10
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Would very much like Beaton to take the pictures of Princess Margaret and Lord Snowdon if they come this November. Asks if she should write to Lord Snowdon or if Beaton should handle everything. Hesitates to write directly to him as she has "no confidence in the Office of Protocol".
1p; paper. |
21 June 1965 |
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11
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from Paris. Feels that Beaton's pictures of the Princess of Berar are "among the most beautiful photographs you have ever taken in your life". The photographs of Balenciaga are wonderful. Is heartbroken that they only ever used the one news shot. Adores his pictures of Kisty and her children. Discusses another feature, to include pictures in which "one feels the buzzing animal life among the flowers". The picture of Princess Alexandra is most welcome.
1p; paper. |
1 Sept. 1965 |
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12
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. They count on Beaton doing Princess Ibrahim. Asks him to find out when she will be back in London. Hopes that Beaton is doing Pamela Wyndham Egremont, which "ought to be a beautiful photographic feature". Suggests that she should be in "tea-gowns" rather than modern clothes in order to look "more remarkable" in those 18th-century rooms.
1p; paper. |
27 Sept. 1965 |
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13
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. There is a strong possibility that they will be able to do the pictures of the Greek Royal Family. Is writing to ask what Beaton's dates are, and if he would like to fly to Athens and take these pictures. Would greatly appreciate if he would send a wire saying yes or no. Includes a note saying that she would love to do the family at a time when she is nearby, but she will be too occupied.
1p; paper. |
29 Sept. 1965 |
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14
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. When Beaton gets this letter, he will be back from Tunis. Tells Beaton about her plans for him to photograph Lee in a Turquerie room she has. Asks him to take her in black and white and plenty of colour, and to have her change her clothes a few times. Feels they should do "the most exotic and delicious article possible". Hopes that Beaton's trip to Sidi-Bou-Said was "a howling success". Asks Beaton to send her a cable when he has arranged the photographs.
1p; paper. |
22 April 1966 |
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15
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Encloses a press release showing that everything is moving along with the production of "Coco". Asks Beaton if he would go along to Paris when Alan, Freddie and Previn are there and take photographs of them and Coco. Feels that it could be very amusing. Asks Beaton to let her know.
2p; paper. |
2 June 1966 |
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16
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Has been through 45 years of Vogue and Chanel and has had everything photostated. Discusses the feeling of "white and cleanliness" in Chanel, and the poor record of Chanel in Vogue. Knows the "scarlet jersey" and the "wonderful skirt with the pockets" so well having worn them herself. Has quite a few of the bracelets, emeralds, rubies and pearls at home. Is just writing this in case it is any help to Beaton. He cannot imagine how excited she is.
1p; paper. |
16 June 1966 |
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17
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Was so happy to get Beaton's letter and learn that he will be here on July 19th. Niki will be in Paris when he arrives to pull together the Chanel pictures. Beaton does not have to worry as they will get another photographer.
1p; paper. |
5 July 1966 |
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18
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Beaton must not forget his feature, "Beaton the Gardener". He always mentions his garden and the pleasure it gives him.
1p; paper. |
5 July 1966 |
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19
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Is absolutely free when Beaton arrives on the 19th. Looks forward to seeing him during his four days. Is sure he will be busy during the day, so suggests that they meet for dinner.
1p; paper. |
14 July 1966 |
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20
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Beaton can call her up to 11pm. Is longing to know the Chanel situation. Has heard from Niki that there were still many obstacles. Her interest in this is not just limited to photographs for Vogue. There is "no question that Chanel is not a rather fascinating impossible whatever-you-may-call-her".
1p; paper. |
18 July 1966 |
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21
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Asks Beaton if he is still in the desert and if he took "divine" pictures of Morocco. Requests that he write to tell them everything he knows about the Queen of Bhutan and Princess Ibrahim. Feels that he has been away from them ever since the morning they talked in Paris.
1p; paper. |
4 April 1967 |
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22
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. From Felicity Clark, Diana Vreeland's secretary. Has forwarded Beaton's letter to Edward Albee. The Lynn Redgrave negatives were returned to him along with Kay Graham in January, so they must be at Pelham Place. If not they will begin to trace them. Discusses the location of the funeral home, and feels Beaton must mean 81st street rather than 83rd street.
1p; paper. |
17 April 1967 |
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23
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. In her opinion Beaton's Moroccan pictures are "the most beautiful mirage of form and colour". The light from the Atlantic and the Sahara is incredible and the colours are marvellous.
1p; paper. |
8 May 1967 |
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24
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Asks Beaton to write his "memories, loves and what you feel about your very own garden". Hopes he loves the layouts as much as they do. Knows he will "give it its full fragrance".
1p; paper. |
10 May 1967 |
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Typescript letter to Beaton, from New York. Tells Beaton to forget about Suzy and her picture. Most people think that it is the best picture in the entire May issue. Feels that if she did not work on Vogue she could not imagine becoming involved with it and spending most of the time looking at it. Is on her way to Kennedy Airport. It is still freezing in New York.
1p; paper. |
15 May 1967 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. This is Lesley Blanch Gary's article on Patchouli. They have had a terrible time having it done. Mona's bedroom always smells divinely of it. Feels Beaton could do an entrancing illustration for the article. Feels there should be an "extremely beautiful" cashmere shawl. Talks about the most beautiful cashmere shawl she ever saw. Asks Beaton to let her know if he would like to do this picture.
1p; paper. |
2 June 1967 |
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26
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Asks Beaton to send back to them some photographs of Lady Ottoline Morrell. They would like to put them together with pictures of Bertrand Russell. Wonders if there are any new young hostesses in London surrounded by "the talented and amusing". Feels Diana Phipps and Lee would fall into this category.
1p; paper. |
7 June 1967 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Beaton's last letter was just divine. Asks what has happened to Dorothy Carrington and Frances Rose. Found this weekend, after 20 years, the book that Beaton gave her: Dorothy Carrington's "The Traveller's Eye". Alex made great layouts for the Ogilvys and they are in "great good luck" to have these beautiful pictures.
1p; paper. |
20 June 1967 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Their book needs Beaton's photos of Ottoline Morrell more than anything, but they are being kept in view of the next book of her memoirs, which Bertrand Russell has prevented from being published until after his death. As it is a shame "waiting around for the dear old boy to die", perhaps Beaton could do a little investigating and get "bits and parts" that may be amusing. Beaton may be able to have a conversation with Lady Ottoline's daughter if he knows her. Is anxious to publish the pictures and is afraid that they "will not have much punch" unless they are associated with something.
1p; paper. |
21 Dec. 1967 |
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Typescript letter to Beaton, from New York. Asks Beaton if he would be willing to do some poets for them. They will probably need them for August. However she thinks that Beaton will not be here in the next few weeks. Asks Beaton to cable to let her know. Includes autograph draft of Beaton's cabled reply thanking her for the kind thought but saying that it is very unlikely he will be in New York.
2p; paper. |
5 Apr. 1968 |
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30
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. If Beaton is coming over this August, it would be ideal if he could go and stay with Brooke Astor in Maine to photograph her for a profile. Would like to hear from him as soon as possible as it is extremely important.
1p; paper. |
2 July 1968 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Thanks Beaton for his lovely letter of July 4th. Will let him know Brooke Astor's dates in Maine. In the enclosed picture Beaton looks exactly like W.C. Fields. This is not bad as "his was one of the great faces!". Has 4 lovely days with Cee Zee and Winston for a "complete country life". Arrives in Paris on July 22nd.
1p; paper. |
8 July 1968 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. She never thanked Beaton the night she dined at Raffles. Had a "charming delightful" time and the place had so much charm. Discusses the photograph of the Myers twins. Perhaps he could work on it.
1p; paper. |
28 Oct. 1968 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. They understand that Barbra Streisand will be filmed in the Brighton Pavilion in "On a Clear Day". Would very much like Beaton to take pictures of her. Asks him to let them know. They all know that she is "impossible" and has just left her husband.
1p; paper. |
10 Mar. 1969 |
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34
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Thought that Beaton was photographing all of Barbra Streisand's clothes the way he did Audrey's for "My Fair Lady". Asks Beaton if he could do only the clothes he has designed and only on Streisand, including perhaps a group if they can get together. Hopes this makes sense to Beaton. They are also anxious to give him something else. Phillipe Julian has written about the people who survived Oscar Wilde and they would like Beaton to be involved. Feels it is something he could work on beautifully. If he is interested please could he get together with him. Alex has asked that Beaton send them bills for whatever they owe him "so that we are on a really business basis". Beaton has "always been the most faithful and wonderful contributing editor". Is returning the twins as it is not feasible to use them at the moment. Asks Beaton to let her know about Streisand. Alex is writing separately about the financial question.
2p; paper. |
31 Mar. 1969 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Would like Beaton to photograph the house of d'Annunzio on Lake Garda. The house is intact down to the very last small detail, and the gardens are beautiful. Encloses an article by Philippe Julienne for Beaton to read as he will write the accompanying piece. Has herself always been "spellbound" by d'Annunzio. Suggests that Beaton contact Julienne and arrange the best time to do it. It would be much more attractive when the garden is green. Would love to know if they can count on Beaton's help.
2p; paper. |
19 Mar. 1971 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Beaton's envelope of film of Lynn Fontaine came in, and has been lost. Apologises and asks Beaton if he can send some more pictures. Does not like writing "such an amateur note to you the professional". Asks Beaton to let her know if he got her letter on the d'Annunzio house.
1p; paper. |
30 Mar. 1971 |
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Typescript letter to Beaton, from Paris. Discusses the arrangements for photographing the house of d'Annunzio. Whoever is the editor must take very careful notes. All pictures will be done in full colour.
2p; paper. |
24 May 1971 |
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Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Everything that Beaton has done, said and written has been delightful for her. Would like to talk to him seriously when he comes over about not wanting to go on with the book. Is looking forward to seeing him. Is sending him a catalogue of the show. Nothing of Beaton's is in it. Apologises for disappointing him. The show is a smash success and the designers "are coming in droves". Feels that the show is "a fairyland of beauty". It makes her extremely happy. Asks Beaton to let her know when he expects to arrive in New York. Is proud enough to say that she really wants him to see the show.
2p; paper. |
28 Mar. 1973 |
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39
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Cannot bear that "our wonderful letters across the sea" have diminished. Used to always be waiting for Beaton's letter. Has put in quite a "reading summer". Is relaxing here on a Sunday. Is sticking very close to the Belanciaga exhibition. It really is a success. Asks Beaton to let her know his plans. Hates to travel alone. Has written to George W. to say that the book, which is connected with the show, will be put off as the show will not be until November 1974. Discusses a colleague's illness. Asks Beaton to write.
7p; paper. |
22 July |
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. 'Gigi' was a joy. She was "exuberant with pleasure" when she came out of the theatre. M. Case took them and had a "charming" dinner. Discusses the show. Can now see "how completely happy you were last summer in Paris - working with French people on this delightful piece". Describes the place she is staying. Discusses a review of Diana Cooper's book. Truman will have a "long & picturesque voyage" to Greece. Discusses the gossip about him. Plans to go and see 'Gigi' again soon.
6p; paper. |
31 May |
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41
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Feels that what Beaton has done for 'Saratoga' is stupendous. Discusses the show. Beaton's Japanese book has given her so much pleasure.
5p; paper. |
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42
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Thought that Beaton would be pleased that Jackie Kennedy is coming to New York this week. She phoned them up and asked them to get tickets for Beaton's show as she heard it was "so divinely beautiful". Unfortunately the show was not playing until Friday and she had to return. Beaton must be so cross about the villa pictures. His photos were "devastatingly beautiful". Describes a wedding she went to. Had George Weidenfeld for dinner. Asks Beaton to send his diary to her when he has a rough copy. They miss him very much.
8p; paper. |
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Is at the hairdresser with a "terrible pencil". Wanted to write to Beaton about the new 'Coco'. D.D. is great in the clothes and the décor. The show goes along at a great pace. Went to the opening night with Freddie. He and Allan were very happy with it. It is otherwise a rotten season at the theatre. Everyone is economising violently. Is sorry that Beaton had a rotten spring.
6p; paper. |
4 Sept. |
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Is in the office scribbling on this pad many things she forgot to tell Beaton in her last letter. Margaret's burial was last week. Beaton's beautiful lilies were there. There will be a memorial service for all her friends to attend. Annie adored Beaton's letter. Expects the flat is for sale. Annie has been through a dreadful shock but the show is still going on. Wishes she had someone to talk to as she misses her little boys so much. Worries that this letter sounds like a "sob letter". Describes her four months in Europe, which were "wonderful". Will find out if she can get Beaton the cape.
10p; paper. |
Sept. |
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45
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from New York. This is the first day that she could sit down and write to Beaton properly. Discusses the "terrible" week. Her two boys are "unbelievably upset". Her 12 days with Mona were remarkably loving. They always have great discussions and laughter. Discusses her trip. Found Rome "full of friends" and saw a great variety of people. Asks Beaton to write often.
5p; paper. |
16 June |
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46
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Thought of Beaton so much at the service for Margaret. Describes the chapel and the flowers. The minister was splendid. Knows that this will make Beaton happy. Felt that she must write to Beaton about this.
3p; paper. |
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47
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. It is hard for her to write about Margaret as she was told on August 4 that she had left the office on August 1. Reminisces about Margaret's life. Perhaps Beaton already knew about her accident when she tried to reach him. Is so glad that he liked the V-boys. Beaton has written to Annie McNulty, who is a "practical remarkable handsome Catholic woman". Asks him to write to her about Marseille.
5p; paper. |
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48
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Beaton has no idea how much pleasure his letters give her. His description is so amusing and perceptive. Discusses a book by Clifford and the pleasure it has given her. Apologises for her terrible writing. Asks Beaton to tell her his summer plans. Feels that she has not told Beaton anything.
6p; paper. |
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49
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. It is the weekend, she is at home and has just gone through the superb pictures. Discusses those she likes best. Thanks Beaton for a "superb job". It is a great feather in their cap to have this collection. If she is in Paris next week she will call Beaton. Jackie Kennedy is moving into the house Rex and Leslie had during the war.
3p; paper. |
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Received Beaton's "delicious" card yesterday. Discusses Japan. Tells Beaton which fabrics she would like him to get. It is sweet of him to fuss about it. Discusses the other things she would like. Congratulates Beaton on his knighthood, which was "most most deserved". All his friends are extremely happy for him. Discusses Balthus and his exhibition. What a wonderful time Beaton must be having "at the other end of the world". Is anxious for his return.
8p; paper. |
12 Jan. |
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51
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from London. Last night was "the evening to end all evenings" for glamour. Reminisces about the evening. The carpets in Beaton's house are "so extraordinarily good". He made them very happy.
2p; paper. |
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Reading, Berks. They are having such an enchanting visit. The countryside is "indescribably poetic". The house they visited was enchanting but the daughter was "a witch - complete du Maurier heroine". Discusses her trip. Tells Beaton about future plans. If he wants to write soon he should address the letter here. Hopes that Paris is inspiring and that he is happy. His country is "wonderful".
6p; paper. |
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53
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Is sure that Beaton is shocked and sad about Leonora. She was "always beautiful & always generous". This holiday will be wonderful. Asks him to be sure and get hold of a copy of "Watch". Discusses George Sands' house. They are all very excited about the elections.
2p; paper. |
31 July |
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54
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Eldorado. How enchanting to have gone to Provence at this "vivid" moment. It must have been glorious in the spring. Feels that the "Santiago" done for the Spanish Pavilion is a "great monument" despite receiving weak reviews. Is very sorry about Mrs Rivers. Asks Beaton not to be discouraged because they sent back so many photos. His interest makes so much difference. Is slowly coming out of her "shock period" as no one has so far interfered with the clothes. Chicita is here and has made many decisions. Truman got in this morning from Copenhagen. Discusses ideas for their August holiday. Cole P. is still in hospital. Carmel gets back this Wednesday. Would love to hear from Beaton.
7p; paper. |
9 Mar. |
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55
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Eldorado. Apologises for the fact that all her correspondence stopped once she went away for the weekend. They have had such a peculiar spring. All the flowers have been out at the same time. Everything is completely over, but the "green of May" has arrived. They are very proud of Beaton's CBE. The two articles in 'Country Life' are simply delightful. Is disappointed at the lack of servants available for country houses in England. Adores Beaton's clippings and messages and hopes that he will not stop writing. Will soon be working very hard so counts on Beaton to send her any "tangy morsel" that comes his way. Discusses their friends. Went down to Westbury to see the opening at the gallery. Talks about a book she has been reading. Beaton's photos are wonderful. George Baker is in town and "talks freely of his nervous breakdown". She has no real news to tell. Asks Beaton to explain the 'Gigi' musical film. His summer sounds lovely but their August plans are still up in the air. Sends "many affectionate messages" to Beaton's mother.
12p; paper. |
19 May |
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56
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Finished Beaton's diary at midnight last night. Was "completely & entirely absorbed". Beaton's writing has "such real style". Today she is reading a book by Francis Rose. Beaton's pictures are beautiful. Discusses her trip to Philadelphia. Truman arrived on Friday and she is going down on Saturday to see him. Tells Beaton about their friends. Wishes him peace and health.
6p; paper. |
8 Jan. 1962 |
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57
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Was very touched and moved by the way Tony S. photographed and compiled his TV. Saw it on a big screen "like a movie". Beaton was "far and away the best thing in it". Is now off to sleep.
2p; paper. |
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58
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Autograph letter to Beaton, signed "Beth & Frank". Has never been so overwhelmed. It is "an amazing magical box of sweets". They are so grateful, flattered and proud.
2p; paper. |
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59
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Has meant to write to Beaton for many weeks to tell him how ravishing his pictures of Mona were. All of Beaton's pictures are "just divine". Describes her week on holiday. Is sorry to have foregone her week in England which "would have been so beautiful". Discusses paintings she has seen.
8p; paper. |
21 June |
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60
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton. Has just finished Diane C.'s book, which is wonderful. At last Reed has returned from Europe. Discusses the gossip from Paris. Talks about her plans to go to Southampton. D. Cooper's "Light of Common Day" and "Ashcombe" are the "2 perfect pictures" of the world and society. Talks about her friends. Asks Beaton what he is working at.
7p; paper. |
27 June |
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61
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, "en route to New York from Rio". They are just returning from "3 extraordinary weeks" in Brazil. Had never been below the equator before. It was "beautiful far beyond my wildest dreams". Describes her trip. They also spent a week in Argentinia.
9p; paper. |
6 Sept. |
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from New York. Was charmed with "The Masque" and has opened a subscription. They are up here in the house having a "heavenly" 10 days. The boys have left Yale until September and will be working on a cattle farm. The house is a "dream" in spite of being closed for so long. Has no time in the country to see anyone. Has heard that Beaton's house is "fascinating" and full of wonderful pictures. Expects Anita Loos to call on her soon. They are sending Beaton "a most heavenly friend". Thinks they will have a great deal to say to each other. Asks Beaton to give her love to his mother. Asks him if he received the pictures.
6p; paper. |
18 June |
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63
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Telegram to Beaton, from New York. Claude Staron, who "has such wonderful French silks", is in New York. Would adore to show him Beaton's collection, if he does not mind.
1p; paper. |
24 May 1957 |
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64
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Telegram to Beaton, from New York. They are not using the Cyd Charisse pictures as they do not fit in with the article. Thanks Beaton for all his trouble. Will see him on Saturday evening.
1p; paper. |
9 May 1953 |
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65
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Telegram to Beaton, from New York. Is "wildly happy" that Plisetskaya is posing for Beaton. Discusses the clothes she should wear, though they should not be theatrical.
1p; paper. |
6 Jan. 1964 |
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66
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Telegram to Beaton, from New York. Cannot wait to see Plisetskaya. Ciconia has arrived. Asks Beaton to say which pictures have been used in other publications.
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10 Jan. 1964 |
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Telegram to Beaton, from New York. It was an extraordinary evening. Beaton's "contribution was so large and so splendid we can never congratulate you enough".
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22 Oct. 1964 |
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Telegram to Beaton, from New York. Wonders if Beaton can get Plisetskaya to wear the the Maximilian sable. Suggests that he have someone in the studio who speaks fluent Russian.
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69
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Fragment of autograph letter to Beaton. Asks Beaton to ask the Brandts to call her at home. Can hear radios from the streets.
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70
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Card to Beaton. Beaton's cable and wonderful letter made them happy. Reed left them "in the same beautiful dignity that he carried through his whole life". Feels they have all grown up together.
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