Leotta Gittens was the first of four children born to Alberta and Thomas Gittens on the sunny island of Barbados. West Indies. Leotta was educated in Barbados and at an early age showed an affinity to the sewing craft. She created garments for her family. and beautiful and imaginative party dresses and gowns for special occasions. Leotta Gittens immigrated to the United States in 1922. She met and married Edgar Howell in 1924 and from this union. a daughter Marilyn Alleyne. was born. Leotta exhibited a true entrepreneurial spirit by continuing her seamstress business. while working full time during the day.
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