Gowned for glory
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Charles James is regarded by contemporary fashion designers including Chanel, Dior, and Balenciaga as one of the greatest couturiers who ever lived. A 1945 gown of the designer was auctioned at an unprecedented price of $49,450 in April 1996.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 1998
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No one but Norell
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American fashion designer Norman Norell is best known for his 'continental' designs which evoked sophistication. Norell is credited for increasing the stature of US fashion designers.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 1997
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The mark of Mainbocher
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Leaving war-torn Europe in the 1930s gave American-born fashion designer Main Rousseau Bocher the opportunity to return to New York and make his mark with the rich and famous.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 2001
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