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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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Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6
By Jacques Fath
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6. This stunning Jacques Fath top is in excellent condition, it shows minimal sign of use. It is made of ivory silk org...
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2010s French Blouses and Tops
Jacques Fath 1940's Blue Taffeta Gown
By Jacques Fath
Located in Sharon, CT
Cobalt Blue checkered silk taffeta dress and jacket. Jacket has collar of organza and attached organza bow ties on the sleeves. Blue slip appears to be synthetic fabric. The skirt i...
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1930s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress
By Jacques Fath
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare navy satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the 1940's. Best fits a size 4. Approximate measurements: should...
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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
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
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 2000. Overlay effect of the finely pleated organza of the skirt on a matching underskirt. Bustier dress with large neckline covered with an over-dress with puffed sleeves and black satin musketeer cuffs matching the lapel collar. Button fastening at the back and zipper. Black stone and rhinestone cufflinks...
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Early 2000s French Day Dresses
Jacques Fath bag
By Jacques Fath
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
JACQUES FATH - Shoulder bag with multicolored abstract pattern, made of bronze and golden lurex canvas, and with a matching crossbody strap.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensio...
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1970s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
$1,156