Spanning over three decades, Claire McCardell has earned a spot among the 100 most important Americans of the 20th century (according to Life magazine). She has also been called "America's finest designer", "the force behind the ready-to-wear revolution" and the inventor of "American Style." Decades is proud and honored to offer to you, our loyal blog readers, this perfect little black dress. It is a fine example of what McCardell became known for, simple yet amazingly constructed pieces that anyone could wear.
The piece below is a shritmarker style evening dress, with an oversized collar and five brass closures just below the V shaped neck line.
Clair McCardell black evening dress, c.1940's. Contemporary size 8.For additional information, please email blog@decadesinc.com or call + 1 323 655-0223. You may also visit us in person at Decades 8214 1/2 Melrose Avenue (2nd Floor) at Harper Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Please reference the description above, if calling or emailing. For email requests, kindly include your full name and phone number plus City, State, and Country from which you are contacting.
