Stunning 1952 Claire McCardell cherry red taffeta cocktail dress. Features dolman sleeves, double tie-waist with hook and eye closure, full skirt. An iconic silhouette for the designer—several of these double tie dresses from 1952 are held in the Met’s Costume Institute. This is a dress to wear and keep for life—Claire McCardell is one of the most genius American designers of all time and her work continues to feel relevant and covetable today.

label: Claire McCardell for Townley

measurements:

estimated modern size: Small (shown unpinned on 5’6 model, size XS)

length: 42”

bust: up to 39”

waist: 27.5”

hip: open

materials: Rayon taffeta

condition: Excellent vintage condition

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