On This Day In Alabama History: Charles Kleibacker Was Born In Cullman

Alabama News Center | November 20, 2017 @ 5:00 am

By Graydon Rust Alabama 200

November 20, 1921

Fashion designer Charles Kleibacker was born in Cullman. Best known for his use of the bias, or diagonal, cut against the weave, in day and evening dresses, Kleibacker established a successful studio in New York City that specialized in hand-sewn assembly techniques. His work can be found in a number of museums and costume collections across the country.

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