Two exhibitions celebrate groundbreaking Frederick-born designer Claire McCardell, Arts & entertainment
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A functional but stylish design is pretty much a given for today’s female clothing articles, and a Frederick native played a huge role in making it this way.
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Practical Design for the Modern Woman: Unveiling Frederick's Tribute to Claire McCardell - BmoreArt
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Practical Design for the Modern Woman: Unveiling Frederick's Tribute to Claire McCardell - BmoreArt
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Claire McCardell Exhibition at FIT: Exploring Fashion's Pioneer — Blog
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The Claire McCardell Project
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The Claire McCardell Project
Claire McCardell, Dress, American
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Practical Design for the Modern Woman: Unveiling Frederick's Tribute to Claire McCardell - BmoreArt
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Two exhibitions celebrate groundbreaking Frederick-born designer Claire McCardell, Arts & entertainment
Claire McCardell, Evening dress, American
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Practical Design for the Modern Woman: Unveiling Frederick's Tribute to Claire McCardell - BmoreArt
The Claire McCardell Project
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Claire McCardell Statue