Oleg Cassini Inc. for Jacqueline Kennedy

Original draft letter, a retained copy by the Oleg Cassini studio of a letter sent to Jacqueline Kennedy (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994), wife of the 35th President of the United States, John F. Kennedy, and First Lady of the United States.

Original typed letter on Oleg Cassini letter head by Joseph Boccheir, Design Coordinator for Oleg Cassini Inc., dated January 11, 1962. 8 x 10.75" on off white paper. Hand-signed at the conclusion by Bocceir. 

Oleg Cassini (11 April 1913 – 17 March 2006) was an American fashion designer born to an aristocratic Russian family with maternal Italian ancestry. He came to the United States as a young man after starting as a designer in Rome, and quickly got work with Paramount Pictures. Cassini established his reputation by designing for films.

He became particularly well known as a designer for Jacqueline Kennedy whilst she was First Lady of the United States. The "Jackie Look" was to become highly influential and much admired. Among Cassini's inspirations were sports and Native American culture.

Fine condition with a touch of spotted foxing. 

Provenance: From the personal property of the Estate of Oleg Cassini.