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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