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Claire McCardell is often cited as the designer who has most inspired other designers. While her career ended far too early because of cancer, the way she influenced everyone from Rudi Gernreich to Donna Karan has had a longlasting ripple effect. Her philosophy about clothing and the way a woman should get dressed was rooted in total practicality. But where other practical designers like Bonnie Cashin were unflinching in their approach to their own collections, Claire was softer - less agressive but influential nonetheless. A wonderful black and white dress with angled double stripes that meet perfectly at the seams, it closes in front from cleavage to hem with a long row of shiny black buttons. Pleated along the top of the shoulder in front, the sleeves are cut into the bodice so there are there is no obvious joining at the armhole and the cut allows women with varying shoulder widths to wear this comfortably. Inseam pockets at both hips, we love this a very wide Roger Van S or Azzedine Alaia leather belt and flat black leather ballet shoes. Deep V in front with a higher V in back, Claire is always timeless and so easy to wear. Bust measures 36", waist 27" and length 43". Excellent, crisp condition. $505.00 |
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