Claire McCardell with metal triangles
Description
A full-body portrait of fashion designer Claire McCardell (1905-1958) standing among metal triangles suspended from the ceiling and modeling a silk jersey pleated column dress of her design. This dress is reminiscent of her “Monastic” dress, a style defined by its loose shape and lack of a defined waistline until the wearer used a belt to cinch in the fabric. Born in Frederick, Maryland, McCardell pioneered the creation of casual, comfortable American sportswear for women.
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Date
circa 1940