Breton Knit

Inspired by an icon and fit for any season

On the set of his final film, Giant, James Dean became friends with photographer Sanford Roth. Sanford and his wife Beulah became almost adoptive parents to Dean, frequently hosting the actor at their Los Angeles home. During one of these visits in the summer of 1955, Roth pulled out his camera and snapped some candid photos of the actor revealing a more sensitive side, looking both playful and philosophical. Roth often brought out his camera when Dean was visiting, capturing the actor in a variety of poses and outfits, though the most famous of these spontaneous sessions featured Dean in a unique Breton-striped top complete with Johnny collar