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It Has Pockets!

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2025, v. 336, n. 2. P. 82 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Turner, Julia 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Claire McCardell's significant impact on women's fashion in America during the 1950s, highlighting her innovative designs that prioritized comfort and practicality. McCardell challenged traditional fashion norms by introducing features such as pockets in women's clothing, side fasteners, and the wrap dress, which allowed for greater freedom of movement. Despite her revolutionary contributions, McCardell's legacy has faded over time, overshadowed by more prominent figures like Christian Dior, partly due to her lack of a succession plan for her brand. The article emphasizes her role as a leading voice in the evolution of American sportswear and her lasting influence on contemporary fashion. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2025/08, Vol. 336, Issue 2, p82
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:186522174
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