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Designer: Claire McCardell
Claire McCardell Cotton Faille Dress
Claire McCardell Cotton Faille Dress

Claire McCardell Cotton Faille Dress

By Claire McCardell, Townley

Located in New York, NY

American modernist Claire McCardell defined the 50's in her casual yet refined designs for the American market. Her "Go to" silhouette of a bias cut fitted bodice with full skirt is ...

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1950s American Claire McCardell Day Dresses

1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress
1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress

1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress

By Claire McCardell

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Late 50s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress with 3/4 sleeves. Fit size: Small/ 4 Bust : 36”/ Waist :26” / Dress Length : 48 with 2” hem **small faint...

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1950s American Claire McCardell Day Dresses

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Located in New Hope, PA

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Located in Studio City, CA

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1950's CLAIRE MCCARDELL chevron striped cotton day dress

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Claire Mccardell day dresses for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Claire McCardell day dresses available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of blue and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Don Loper, Harvey Berin, and Isaac Mizrahi appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Claire McCardell day dresses from top boutiques around the world. Claire McCardell day dresses prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,265 and tops out at $5,850, while the average work can sell for $1,385.
Questions About Claire McCardell Day Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Claire McCardell designed women's fashions. One of her most famous pieces was the Monastic dress, a loose-fitting dress that could be styled with or without a belt. Another was the Popover dress, which could be worn on its own or used as a layering piece. Shop an assortment of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.