Claire McCardell Wearing Amazing Dresses of Her Own Creation (1945

Claire McCardell (May 24, 1905 – 1958) was an American fashion designer in the arena of ready-to-wear clothing in the 20th century. She is credited with the creation of American sportswear. In 1942, McCardell created her famed "Popover Dress." It was a response to a Harper's Bazaar challenge to create something fashionable you could wear…

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Claire McCardell: In Print & Out of the Box – Maryland Center for History and Culture

Claire McCardell day dress, c. 1950 - FIDM Museum

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American Originals: Unsung Talents Who Are Finally Getting Their Due at the Met in “In America: An Anthology of Fashion”

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Claire McCardell originated The American Look (part 1)

Claire McCardell – The American Look

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Claire McCardell originated The American Look (part 1)

Do you have a travel wardrobe? Claire McCardell – Fabrickated