Every industry has its legends, those figures whose influence extends far beyond their resume. In the world of fashion, Betty Halbreich was just that, a trusted confidante to her clients, a candid fashion counselor, and afficionado of good taste. Who wouldn't want a peak behind the fashion scenes with someone who until now we thought had seen it all? photo copyright Bergdorf Goodman From Chicago to Manhattan Born Betty Ann Samuels in Chicago on November 17, 1927, and raised there as an only child, her early life was full of glamour and wealth. After her parents, Carol Freshman and Morton Samuels divorced early in her life, her mother married Harry Stoll, the president of Mandel Brothers department store. Carol was a flamboyant figure, a socialite known for her wardrobe, hats, jewelry, and wit. Betty recalled the adoration she felt for her parents that no doubt influenced her taste and style. Betty’s ambition was to become a painter or carto...
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