In the Elvis World it is common knowledge that Bill Belew designed Elvis' jumpsuits. And yes, initially Belew did design Elvis' jumpsuits from 1969 onwards. However, from 1972 onwards Bill was in big demand and that was the moment that Gene Doucette came into the picture.
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Bill would give Gene the blank suits and Gene would make the designs of the more elaborate suits for Elvis, such as the Aloha, Peacock, Tiger, American Eagle and Sundial suits.
And yes, Gene also created the custom made boxing robe that Elvis gifted to Muhammad Ali. Unfortunately, Gene received incorrect instructions for the order, which was supposed to be the "People's Champ". Gene Doucette worked quietly in the background and ultimately never met die man who took such delight in his clever creations.
