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What was designer Arnold Scaasi's real last name?

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What was designer Arnold Scaasi's real last name?
Designer Arnold Scaasi's real last name was Isaacs. He changed his name when he moved from Canada to the U.S. in the 1950s. In 1956, he introduced his eponymous clothing line and staged his first ready-to-wear fashion show. Within two years, he won the Coty American Fashion Critics’ Award. Scaasi designed dresses for numerous films and multiple U.S. First Ladies, including Mamie Eisenhower, Barbara Bush, Hillary Clinton and Laura Bush. Shop a selection of Arnold Scaasi apparel on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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1970s Arnold Scaasi Off-Shoulder Rhinestone Embellished Velvet Bell Skirt Gown
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Arnold Scaasi Off-Shoulder Rhinestone Embellished Velvet Bell Skirt Gown: Boned bodice with slightly ruched silk jersey off-the-shoulder broad band neckline with dropped but fi...
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Scassi Vintage Gold & Bronze Brocade Off Shoulder Wrap Evening Dress Size 14
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Palm Desert, CA
One of our favorite vintage American designers was Arnold Scassi. Lesser known but no less talented than his peers, Adofo, Bill Blass and Oscar de la Renta. Personally, he was an ext...
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1980s American Evening Dresses

1980s-90s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Bright Pink Red Black Floral Print Silk Dress
By Arnold Scassi, Arnold Scaasi
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Arnold Scaasi silk dress in a vibrant floral print. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure and a structured front box pleat. 100% silk with 100% acetate lining. T...
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Crepe Dress w Pastel Sequin Dots & Pouf Sleeves
By Arnold Scaasi, Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Crepe Dress w Flourescent Pastel Sequin Dots & Pouf Sleeves: An A-line minidress with a wide, squared neckline, quilted all-over and topped in vibrant,...
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Scaaai 1990s Boutique Black Silk Brocade & Black Guipure Lace Evening Gown 10
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Scassi Boutique 1990s black silk brocade and black Guipure evening gown. From the 1990s, this gorgeous gown has a very romantic look. Square neck dress with a fitted lace and brocade...
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1990s American Evening Gowns

Arnold Scaasi Couture 1960's Metallic Silk Brocade Draped Gown Dress
By Arnold Scaasi, Arnold Scaasi Couture
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
An opulent example of mid-century American couture, this 1960's Arnold Scaasi gown is rendered in rich red and gold metallic brocade, cut in a sculptural off-the-shoulder silhouette ...
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1960s American Evening Gowns

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