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P, D, S Quarters
The fifth quarter of the American Women Quarters™ (AWQ) Program, and the last quarter of 2022, honors Chinese American film star Anna May Wong.
As the first Chinese American film star in Hollywood, Anna May Wong left a lasting legacy for Asian American women in the entertainment industry. Her career spanned motion pictures, television, and theater. Wong appeared in more than 60 movies, including silent films and one of the first Technicolor films. She also starred in London and New York stage productions. Throughout her career, Anna May Wong championed the need for increased representation and more multi-dimensional roles for Asian American actors.
🧣 Contemporary New Chinese Style Top
This wrap-around garment celebrates Anna May Wong's love of fashion and her pride in her Chinese American heritage. Its modern print is inspired by the glamour and excitement of the Roaring Twenties while honoring the elegance that made Anna an international style icon.
Anna May Wong was a third-generation Chinese American. Although her family gave her the English name Anna May, she remained deeply connected to her cultural roots. She once remarked that she tried to include an Asian-inspired element in every outfit she wore because it reflected who she was—and, as she jokingly noted, "it was good for business."
Anna showed the world that fashion could be a powerful way to express identity, celebrate culture, and stand out with confidence. Wrap yourself in this garment, have fun with your style, and don't be afraid to add something unique and special to your wardrobe—just as Anna did.
🍿 Popcorn & Popcorn Bags
When Anna May Wong began her film career in the 1920s, going to the movies was becoming one of America's favorite pastimes. Surprisingly, theaters didn't originally sell popcorn. Instead, street vendors stood outside movie theaters selling fresh popcorn to moviegoers.
Many theater owners believed popcorn was too messy for their elegant theaters, which featured plush carpets and beautiful décor. They even banned it inside. But audiences loved popcorn so much that they often sneaked it into the theater anyway!
Eventually, theater owners realized they were missing a great business opportunity. They began selling popcorn themselves, and it quickly became one of the most popular movie snacks in America—a tradition that continues today.
As you enjoy your popcorn, imagine sitting in a movie theater in the 1920s, watching one of Anna May Wong's groundbreaking films.
✨ Colorful Dazzling Earrings
Anna May Wong was more than a groundbreaking actress—she was an international fashion icon. During the 1920s, she embraced the glamorous flapper style while blending it with traditional Chinese fashion, creating a look that was uniquely her own.
By 1924, Anna had become a global style sensation, and in 1934 she was voted the World's Best Dressed Woman. These colorful earrings celebrate her confidence, elegance, and willingness to stand out. They remind us to express our individuality and never be afraid to add a little glamour to our lives.
⭐ Star Charm, Black Glitter Notebook & Gold-Tone Accents
These treasures celebrate Anna May Wong's lasting legacy in Hollywood.
Star Charm: Represents her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, awarded in 1960 on Vine Street in recognition of her pioneering career.
Black Glitter Notebook: Represents the sparkle and excitement of Hollywood while encouraging you to write your own dreams and story.
Gold-Tone Accents: Symbolize both the gold border surrounding Anna's Hollywood Walk of Fame star and her family's connection to California during the Gold Rush. Her grandfather immigrated to the United States during the 1850s, opening a business in California near the region transformed by the 1848 Gold Rush. Anna's father, Sam Sing, was born in California in 1858, and the family later operated a laundry on North Figueroa Street in Los Angeles.
Spotlight on 🛂 Identity Papers (instead of a women owner business)
In 1924, Anna traveled to Canada to film The Alaskan. Even though she was an American-born citizen and a rising movie star, she and another Chinese actor were required to carry identity papers and obtain special permission to cross the border because of discriminatory immigration laws. This experience reminded Anna that success could not shield her from prejudice. Instead of giving up, she continued breaking barriers and creating opportunities for future generations of Asian American actors.
