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Ralph Lauren's Iconic American Stamps Revealed
9 Jun
Summary
- Ralph Lauren curated 12 American Icons stamps from his personal archives.
- The stamps feature iconic American imagery like teddy bears and vintage trucks.
- A special History Channel documentary will air on July 4th.
The United States Postal Service recently held a dedication ceremony at the James A. Farley Post Office for its American Icons stamp collection, curated by designer Ralph Lauren. Lauren hand-picked 12 images from his personal archives, representing elements he believes embody the spirit of the nation, such as a teddy bear and Jackie Robinson's baseball glove. These stamps are now available nationwide.
The collection includes a 13th stamp featuring a knit flag designed by Lauren, commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary, which falls next month. Officials highlighted Lauren's long-standing contribution to American style and his past efforts in restoring the Star-Spangled Banner flag. Speakers also lauded his philanthropy and advocacy for cancer research.
Complementing the stamp release, the History Channel will premiere a 30-minute documentary titled "Ralph Lauren's American Icons" on July 4th. This special delves into Lauren's selection process for the stamps and includes interviews and archival footage, further celebrating American heritage.
