Vogueさんのインスタグラム写真 - (VogueInstagram)「When director @leedaniels began working on The United States vs. Billie Holiday, Daniels wanted to preserve a sense of grandeur while offering a factual account of Holiday’s life. “The truth is that the government took down this woman,” he says. “She was a civil rights leader, an icon in fashion, a gay woman, and a brilliant singer. Like most African Americans in that era, she grew up impoverished and had a complicated past. She did what she could do with her upbringing, but she was a hero.” Daniels knew that the film’s visuals would have to be as potent as the story itself, particularly when it came to the costumes. Though his longtime collaborator, @pniddy, would serve as costume designer, Daniels wanted a talent from the runway world to be involved in the process and create a few key looks. The perfect suggestion came from Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour. “There were a couple of designers I was circling, but then Anna referred me to Miuccia [Prada],” says Daniels. “She knew I couldn’t go wrong with @Prada. I was going to throw myself at Miuccia’s feet as she’s a genius, but I didn’t have to. She admired my work, and I am such a fan of hers, so we were excited.” Tap the link in our bio to read more.」1月14日 2時46分