Nudie Cohn

Nudie Cohn
Cohn in 1969.
Born
Nuta Kotlyarenko

December 15, 1902
DiedMay 9, 1984(1984-05-09) (aged 81)
NationalityAmerican
OccupationFashion designer
Known forNudie Suits
LabelNudie's Rodeo Tailors

Nuta Kotlyarenko (Ukrainian: Нута Котляренко; December 15, 1902 – May 9, 1984), known professionally as Nudie Cohn, was a Ukrainian-American tailor who designed decorative rhinestone-covered suits, known popularly as "Nudie Suits", and other elaborate outfits for some of the most famous celebrities of his era. He also became famous for his outrageous customized automobiles.