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Sheer nylon silk dress designed by Claire McCardell (1905-1958) for the label 'Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley.' The industrial brass hook-and-eye corset closures used on this dress became a McCardell trademark—first developed in response to the rationing of World War II. Born in Frederick, Maryland, McCardell pioneered the creation of casual, comfortable American sportswear for…

Sheer nylon silk dress designed by Claire McCardell (1905-1958) for the label 'Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley.' The industrial brass hook-and-eye corset closures used on this dress became a McCardell trademark—first developed in response to the rationing of World War II. Born in Frederick, Maryland, McCardell pioneered the creation of casual, comfortable American sportswear for… Side closure Side view Back view

Dress

Description

Sheer nylon silk dress designed by Claire McCardell (1905-1958) for the label 'Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley.' The industrial brass hook-and-eye corset closures used on this dress became a McCardell trademark—first developed in response to the rationing of World War II. Born in Frederick, Maryland, McCardell pioneered the creation of casual, comfortable American sportswear for women.

Creator

Date

ciraca 1940s–1950s

Contributor(s)

Contributor(s) Notes

Townley Frocks (manufacturer)

Materials

Nylon

Object ID

2024.12.1

Accession Number

2024.12

Resource ID

22078

Credit Line

Museum Purchase, 2024.12.1

Digital Publisher

Digital resource provided by the Maryland Center for History and Culture

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