EntertainmentAmerican1897 – 1981
Edith Head
8-time Oscar-winning costume designer; Hollywood fashion icon
Biography
Legendary costume designer who created iconic wardrobes for over 1,100 films across eight decades, winning eight Academy Awards and dressing stars like Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly.
Quick Facts
Category
Entertainment
Nationality
American
Born
1897
Died
1981
Thinking about the name
Edithe
English origin
“A variant spelling of Edith with a silent 'e' at the end, Edithe was a favored Victorian-era spelling that adds a delicate, archaic aesthetic to the classic name. This form emphasizes the romantic sensibilities of the 19th century while maintaining the powerful meaning of wealth and battle that Edith carries.”