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A typewritten letter, in which Beaton says he cannot agree to drop Design "D" for the shoes, though of course he does not want an exorbitant charge for the creation of the peasant boots.

Typescript letter in which Beaton requests that any major queries regarding his working drawings, models and costume designs be raised with him during his short visit to New York, commencing 18th October. Beaton also discusses the possible use of encrustation on an unknown stage and writes that he would like to view samples of how such encrustation can be achieved. Finally, he re-iterates that he will be very disappointed if the task of making the costumes is not entrusted to Barbara Karinska, as he doubts whether the intricacy of the ball gowns could otherwise be achieved.

Typescript letter in which Beaton refers to the set of technical drawings enclosed, alongside his models and costume designs. He welcomes any revised drawings in return, with additional modifications determined by Krawitz et al.

Typescript letter, in which Beaton explains that he has drawn up some sketches which now appear to contradict the ideas presented by Aoyama. While he concedes that he would be prepared to make alterations to Act II, according to Aoyama's suggestions, he requests that Aoyama be prevailed upon to allow Beaton to execute his plans for Act I as desired.

A typewritten letter, concerning photostats for the set designs.

A typewritten letter, in which Beaton discusses wigs and costumes for 'Turandot'.

Typewritten letter, in which Beaton voices his initial concerns in working with Yoshio Aoyama, and requests clearer information regarding what exactly is expected from him in terms of his sketches.

Typescript letter in response to Yoxall's letter dated 15th July. Beaton apologises for the delay in replying to him and confirms that he would like to continue to work with Conde Nast and in accordance with the terms suggested by them. Beaton adds that he works best when there is a lot to achieve in a short time, and so would be very pleased if the Editor, Audrey Withers, would offer more sittings to him. He believes that he can make a greater contribution to the magazine. Beaton concludes with a request that, since he will need to travel to America earlier in the autumn in order to be back for the Coronation, the American 'Vogue' office might welcome him at the end of September.

Beaton writes to Selznick with suggested improvements to the stage designs for "The Chalk Garden", based on the photostats he has received from her.

Typescript letter regarding the preliminary ground plan for "The Chalk Garden" and on the matter of casting. Beaton asks why Selznick has not considered Sybil Thorndike. He also offers his opinion on "Time Remembered" by Jean Anouilh, which he has recently been to watch with friends.