Claire McCardell 1950's Sea Green Cotton Tapestry Belted Dress
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What Chanel was to France, many could say McCardell was to America. Its hard to overestimate the influence designer Claire McCardell had over the American tradition of women's fashion... between the tailoring and the implications of a feminist movement via clothing, her mark certainly is a clear one. Transforming the hyper-feminine and fluffy (think prom-like fit 'n flare of the 1940s and 50s), McCardell took the feminine form and made it into a flexible, belt to cinch and comfortable take on the upscale day dress. All together flattering, feminine but able to move with an American woman's ambitions; whether she chose to be a busy homemaker or a busy business woman, McCardell's dresses could fit many moulds.
This McCardell dress really exemplifies the classic 40s/50s form that appealed to an array of women. The belt to cinch is shown here on a gorgeously fitted and cut silhouette. What stands out is the stunning sea green that is decorated with tapestry designs... truly stunning and perhaps a foreshadowing of the paisley psychedelia that would come to permeate the 60s, nearly a decade later! The extra long belt can accommodate many stylings, pictured, we twisted it into a fun flower ball shape and let the tails drape. Side zipper, bra strap closures on shoulder, two belt bands for the belt on either side. An interior waistband for maximum cinching. Pleated hem on skirt.
Incredible, collectible piece. In excellent vintage condition. Own a piece of American history.
Shoulder: 18"
Sleeve: 20"
Chest: 36"
Waist: 26"
Hip: 40"
Length: 40.5"
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