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Ceil Chapman (1912 – July 13, 1979) was an American fashion designer who worked in New York City from the 1940s to the 1960s.

She was noted for creating glamorous cocktail and party dresses and for working with celebrity clients including television and movie actresses.

Designs and career

After two years of college, she obtained a position in the workroom of a large Fifth Avenue store in New York.^[1] Within three years, she was made head of the studio, staying for eight years.^[2] Around 1940, Chapman was involved in a short-lived business called Her Ladyship Gowns, formed with Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt and her sister, Thelma Furness, Viscountess Furness.^[3]

Chapman patented numerous designs between 1954 and 1960.^[4][5]

Awards

Ceil Chapman was given the Coty American Fashion Critic's Award in 1945, for her creative contribution to the American fashion picture.^[6] She also was the recipient of the John Wanamaker Award, Foley's "Golden Year" Award, and t