"SIMPLY GENE"   The big news on the Gene front is the introduction of Simply Gene. Click to find our why!!!

"USO"   Gene entertains the GIs overseas as a volunteer for the USO camp shows on the perilous front lines.

"SONG OF SPAIN"   A magnificent fantasy of a matador costume (from Gene's film Sea Spree).

"LOVE, PARIS"   Gene receives a stunning suit from a secret Parisian admirer.

"SHE'D RATHER DANCE"   Gene wears this sizzling tangerine orange satin sheath dress for a big technicolor musical number.

"SAVANNAH"   Gene charms the gentlemen as she stars in an epic family saga set in the Old South.

"LUCKY STRIPE"   An unexpected weekend off, a train ticket to Palm Springs, and a posh hotel suite...It's Gene's lucky day!

"STAND UP AND CHEER"   The finale of the USO show was a firecracker patriotic number that had GI's cheering for the Red, White and Blue!

"FAREWELL GOLDEN MOON"   Whenever Gene would sing the bittersweet ballad, "Farewell Golden Moon", to the GIs on her USO tour, they would see in her their own special girl waiting for them at home.

"PRESS CONFERENCE"   Gene makes an impassioned appeal for the war effort during a press conference announcing her USO tour.

"PICNIC IN THE COUNTRY"   Gene and a friend enjoy an impromptu picnic in the country after stopping by a farmer's fresh fruit stand in the California hills.

"POOLSIDE"   In the 1954 film, Love for Sail the 'girl talk' by the pool is all about the handsome captain of the cruise ship.

"BRIDGE CLUB"   In a romantic comedy of mistaken identity and matchmaking mothers, Gene finds love at her Bridge Club.

"AVANT GARDE"   At a gallery exhibition of modern art, Gene is photographed standing before a frame-the masterpiece of the show!

"COGNAC EVENING"   Gene wins respect and hearts during a party at the Governor's Mansion.

"HONEYMOON"   Shyly innocent yet seductive, Gene awaits her prince on their wedding night in the film Monaco.

"SUNDAY AFTERNOON" finds Gene strolling through a picturesque New England town on a day off from filming Rain Song. A sea captain compliments her, saying she looks just like Gene Marshall, the Hollywood movie star.

"BLACK RIBBON"   In her award-winning role in the 1942 film Black Ribbon, Gene, as a young widow, has a frightening dream; yet awakens with a dawning new hope.

"SOMEWHERE SUMMER"   Gene escapes the chill of winter blues and finds the true romance in this 1952 film.

"SECRET SLEUTH"   In the 1948 suspense thriller, Montage, Gene's Sherlock Holmes-style outfit is inspired by her attempts to find her father's killer.

"BREATHLESS"   Arriving late and breathless to a gala, Gene is a lucky angel to a cub reporter.

"AT HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS"   Gene is filmed at home in her latest televised Christmas special.

"TEA TIME AT THE PLAZA"   Gene and a famous gossip columnist form a lasting friendship over cups of tea at the Plaza in New York City.

"ON THE VERNADA"   A famous Italian director hosts a party in Italy to woo Gene for his next film...but Gene wins him instead!

   "GENE'S DRESSER"   The first piece in Gene's incredible new Bedroom Suite.

   "GENE'S SWAN BED"   The second piece in Gene's incredible new Bedroom Suite.

    "GENE'S BIRTHDAY PARTY ACCESSORY SET"    It's Party time for Gene!!!

   "GENE'S JEWELRY SETS"    These are the perfect complement to Gene's wardrobe.

   "GENE'S DIRECTOR'S CHAIR"    Gene relaxes between takes in her own directors chair.

   "GENE'S PATIO SET"    The place to soak up some sun or take in the sparkle of the stars.

   "GENE'S PICNIC BASKET"    Perfect compliment to the "Picnic In The Country" Gene Doll.

   "USO PACKAGE"    This is the perfect compliment to the "USO" Gene Doll.

   "MAGNETIC DRESS-UP PAPER DOLLS"    Gene stars in her own "paper" doll set.

"GENE'S MUSIC CD"  and   "GENE'S MUSIC VIDEO"    A totally new way to enjoy Gene.

THE MAY 1, 1999 RETIREMENTS

The Gene in Pin-Up Doll.

The Gene in Creme De Cassis Doll.

Crimson Sun outfit.

Blue Evening outfit.

In this 1999 line we see some new names credited for several of the designs. This is because there has been five new designers added to the brilliant team headed by veteran designers Tim Kennedy and Doug James.

José Ferrand - a native of Lima, Peru. He has designed on New York's famous 7th Avenue for a number of years. He is known for his fabulous evening suits. His designs for the 1999 collection include "Love, Paris", "Avant Garde", "Cognac Evening" and "Honeymoon".

Vince Nowell - Born in New Orleans, he moved to California as a design student. His 1999 Gene designs include "Poolside", "Bridge Club".

Christine D. Curtis - A designer and illustrator by trade. Her fashions and art started appearing on Vogue pattern covers in the late '40s. The Gene team was so impressed with her work that she was asked to design for Gene. We will see her work in the future.

Lynne Day - Not only designs for a vinyl star-she creates costumes for some of the most famous stars on today's Hollywood scene. Her work has graced such popular artists as Julia Roberts, Kim Bassinger and Angelica Houston. Lynne is also an avid doll lover and collector. Her 1999 Gene designs include "Picnic in the Country", "Tea Time at the Plaza", and "On the Veranda".

Dolly Cipolla - has done freelance work for The Ashton-Drake Galleries for many years. She is now an official member of the design team. She holds a fashion degree from the International Academy of Merchandise and Design, Ltd.  Her clothing designs can be seen from fashion uniforms - to one-of-a-kind creations for special clients. Dolly's 1999 Gene designs include "Stand Up and Cheer" and "Press conference".

A few words about the veterans

Tim Kennedy - has designed for many years and for many clients in his private design business. Known as one of the best "drapers" in fashion, his work is constantly in demand-especially by Gene fans. Among other creations for the 1999 collection, Tim designed the 1999 Annual Gene Doll, "Song of Spain" and "She'd Rather Dance".

Doug James - currently does wardrobe for NBC's Saturday Night Live and is one of the official milliners for the Muppet films, among many other accomplishments. His designs have been favorites of Gene fans for years-and this year has designed the much-asked-for "USO".

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