American designer Claire McCardell

Claire McCardell (1905-1958): The American Fashion’s Female Entrepreneur

Claire McCardell Before Donna Karan, there was Claire McCardell who paved the way to relaxed, chic, and American fashion. She was a visionary designer with a distinct style, who experimented with different fabrics and encouraged women to dress more freely in the postwar era. Her style coincided with the rise of the ready-to-wear market that …

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