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How did Worth get his start in the fashion industry?

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How did Worth get his start in the fashion industry?
Worth got his start in the fashion industry by working in entry-level positions. As a young man, he lived in London, England, and was first an apprentice and then a clerk for textile merchants. In 1845, he moved to Paris, France, where he would eventually establish his own firm, the House of Worth. Find vintage House of Worth clothing for sale on 1stDibs.
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1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
By House of Worth
Located in San Fransisco, CA
House of Worth, 1940's A very rare black cocktail dress from the French House of Worth, dating to the 1940's. This striking design highlights the house’s couture-level craftsmanship...
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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet
By House of Worth
Located in Sharon, CT
In a Blue Silk Moire, a rare House of Worth circa 1875 Gown. Jacket Bodice: waist 20", length 21 (front), length 26" (back). Skirt: waist 25", length 42.5" (front), length 45" (back). Note: The gown is being offered without the train (bustle) that would have attached to the skirt. Includes a Bonnet (hat), French in matching blue silk c.1875. Possibly by Madame Virot. Gown and hat purchased together. Labeled Petersham 'C. Worth Paris...
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Late 19th Century French Court Gowns

A ceremonial Couture Dolman possibly Worth- French Circa 1875
By House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1875 France Oriental-style opera or ceremonial visit in gold-spun turquoise silk tapestry known as Abba and originating from Syria. Cut with short basques at the back, long pan...
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1870s French Cloacks

A Redingote Velvet dress by Jean-Charles Worth Haute Couture - Paris Circa 1923
By Worth, House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1923/1924 Paris Redingote evening dress in chimney sweep brown velvet embroidered in a champagne color by the famous Maison Worth. Ample straight cut, long sleeves, high collar...
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1920s French Caftans

A French Evening Bolero In Fuschia Wool Embroidered With Sequins Circa 1940
By House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1938/1942 France Amazing evening bolero, possibly Haute Couture Worth (oral transmission of the progeny), made of fuschia wool twill Circa 1938/1942. Curved bolero with scabbar...
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1940s French Corsages

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