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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph caption dated February 28, 1963 reads, "When asked to design a presentation gown for Miss USA, Amedee Chabot of Northridge, designer Louis Margliano was inspired to tie her in this white silk faille gift package, complete with magenta satin bows. On Saturday the Motion Picture and Television Sound Editors will present their annual Golden Reed award to Miss Chabot at a banquet at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. She'll wear Margliano's gown for the occasion, described by him as a 'split level tunic, with a regal empire look.'"
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1 photographic print :b&w ;26 x 21 cm. Photographic prints
Chabot, Amadee Beauty contestants--California--San Fernando Valley Women--California--San Fernando Valley Evening gowns--California--San Fernando Valley Chairs--California--San Fernando Valley San Fernando Valley (Calif.) Portrait photographs
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