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Jacques Fath was famous for his fashion designs. In fact, he was one of the most influential designers working in Paris during the postwar period. Fath founded his maison, Jacques Fath Paris, in 1937. During the 1940s, his eveningwear, which often featured bold asymmetrical tailoring, became widely known. His pieces were so celebrated that Rita Hayworth commissioned him to design the gown she wore for her wedding with Prince Ali Khan in 1949. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Jacques Fath apparel and accessories.
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1950's JACQUES FATH for Joseph Halpert navy blue satin coat dress
By Jacques Fath
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare and stunning navy blue satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the early 1950's. Tailored through the waist with a softly structured silhouet...
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
A Jacques Fath Couture Printed Silk Gown Number 00057 with provenance Circa 2000
By Jacques Fath
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2000
France
Nice Fresh evening dress in silk organza printed with black polka dots from the designer house Jacques Fath, from the wardrobe of Princess Diane of France Circa 200...
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Early 2000s French Day Dresses
Jacques Fath Silk Taffeta Maxi Dress
By Jacques Fath
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jacques Fath - Silk taffeta maxi dress with midnight blue velvet and gold metal buttons with rhinestones. No size indicated, it corresponds to a 36FR.
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1970s French Evening Gowns
Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
By Jacques Fath
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...
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1940s Evening Gowns
Jacques Fath Paris Silk Sleeveless Blouse / Vest Plus Size 18
By Jacques Fath Paris, Jacques Fath
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Rarely do you find a vintage piece from a designer house like Jacques Fath Paris that is Plus Size 18 and purchased in Paris and never worn. A black silk sle...
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1990s French Blouses
1949 S/S JACQUES FATH Black & White Gingham Fan Back Peplum Afternoon Dress
By Jacques Fath
Located in Thiensville, WI
Incredibly rare Jacques Fath black and white cotton gingham dress from his Spring-Summer 1949 American collection for Joseph Halpert. Impeccably tailored fan-tail bustle back with pe...
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