American Designers-The VFG Fashion Parade for the week of November 29th

carla rey

VFG Member
American Designers

Irreverence, tenacity, innovation, and boundless joy—American designers are in the spotlight for a major exhibition at the Met Costume Institute, and this week at the VFG we are celebrating!

Whether it's futuristic and bold, or sporty and classic, American designers are undeniably influential and timeless. Here Come the Americans!
 
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From my sold archives
1950s Brooke Cadwallader novelty print scarf
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1960 Pauline Trigère evening gown uncut pattern
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1970s Halston silk chiffon dress
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1940s Gilbert Adrian suit
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From my personal collection - 1950s Anne Fogarty silk dress
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Speaking of Bonnie Cashin, I have a leather Bonnie Cashin for Sills leather coat at MagsRags.net, complete with her iconic brass turnlock closures


This 40s nipped-waist jacket by Nettie Rosenstein is there as well


On Etsy, a late 50s/early 60s sheath dress by Georgia Bullock
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A 50s jacket by Ben Reig, still prepping for listing
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Vintage 1980s Victor Costa for Nahdree Black Velvet Suit Jacket Pink Satin Trim

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Vintage 1960s Margaret Smith Paisley Print Handbag Made in Gardiner Maine

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Vintage 1970s Jack McConnell Feather Hat Wide Brim Red Feather One of a Kind

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Vintage 1970s Bonnie Cashin Coat Weatherware for Russ Taylor Faux Fur Lining

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Nicole Miller Hot Wheels Novelty Print Silk Scarf Wrap 1994

My Vintage Clothes Line on Ruby Lane
https://www.rubylane.com/shop/myvintageclothesline
 
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It's so good to see you!

(And good to see everyone else here too!)
 
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1960s dress pattern by Teal Traina, Vogue Americana 1886

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1970s wrap dress pattern by Teal Traina, Vogue Americana 1187

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1970s girls' dress and bonnet pattern by Betsey Johnson, Butterick 5278

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1980s evening / cocktail dress pattern by Kasper, Vogue American Designer 1189

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1980s dress pattern by Nicole Miller, Butterick 3162
 

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