NAMES IN THE NEWS : Quits for Princess Di Designers
David and Elizabeth Emanuel, the designers who soared to fame with the wedding dress they created for Princess Di, are ending their marriage and their professional relationship.
British newspapers reported Thursday that Elizabeth will continue to design under the Emanuel label and wants to launch a ready-to-wear collection, while David wants to start his own couture label and hopes to expand his interest in photography.
A statement issued by the couple Wednesday night said only: “In due course we will announce our individual plans for the future.”
The commission to make Diana’s dress for her 1981 wedding to Prince Charles made the Emanuels household names. They amassed an array of celebrity clients.
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