Star of the Month Kay Francis brought glamour and sophistication to all her characters – part of her persona included her image as a trendsetter, with her films often depicting a fashion parade of the latest styles. Part of her appeal as a star, Francis was voted the Best Dressed Woman in America by New York's Fashion Academy both in 1936 and 1947. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

At the height of her career, Kay Francis was the biggest star and highest-paid actress at Warner Bros. MANDALAY ('34) is considered one of her best dramatic showcases, and was reputably scandalous as it was made before the production code, but released shortly after. #SummerUnderTheStars | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

Kay Francis Pre-Code Bath Scene | Gentleman Style of Life