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31 August 1991 (UK) more
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Won Primetime Emmy. Another 1 win & 4 nominations more
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More than fashion- timeless drama more (12 total)

Cast

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Stella Gonet ... Beatrice Eliott (34 episodes, 1991-1994)

Louise Lombard ... Evangeline Eliott (34 episodes, 1991-1994)
Aden Gillett ... Jack Maddox (33 episodes, 1991-1994)
Cathy Murphy ... Tilly Watkins / ... (33 episodes, 1991-1994)
Judy Flynn ... Madge Howell / ... (26 episodes, 1991-1994)
Diana Rayworth ... Betty / ... (25 episodes, 1991-1994)
Victoria Alcock ... Agnes / ... (25 episodes, 1991-1994)
Stephen Churchett ... Joseph Wint (21 episodes, 1991-1994)

Bill Thomas ... Charles Quance (14 episodes, 1992-1994)
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UK:50 min (34 episodes)
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The last major drama series to be made at BBC Television Centre. more

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More than fashion- timeless drama, 4 May 2009
10/10
Author: eagleroost from United States

Completely addictive story of two sisters who start their own fashion house in London in the 1920's. I rented the series because, like so many girls, dreamed of being a fashion designer (along with ballerina, president and actress). What I found however, was a solid story of entrepreneurship that would be inspiring to any woman in business.

I love that the Eliot sisters are strong no nonsense business women, without falling into the stereotypes of women in power being unhappy man-eaters that we see in Hollywood portrayals. I love the mixing in of social issues, news events and subplots from all different bits of society. The side characters are developed well enough that you care about them as much as the main characters. I also appreciate the portrayal of the two sisters as loving and supporting each other instead of the trite sibling rivalry that is so often overdone.

The fashion is delightful, but Jack Maddox's career progression in photography and film is just as interesting.

The trip back in time to the 1920's is very well done. That aspect alone managed to hold the attention of my 11 year old son for the good part of an episode. (though I would not say this is a family show as the themes are of more interest to adults)

Rent or buy the complete set- you won't want to wait for the next disc!

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