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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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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
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
Jacques Fath Sunglasses Vintage 1970s Mod Oversized Resin New Old Stock Couture
By Jacques Fath Paris, Jacques Fath
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Jacques Fath sunglasses, most likely dating to the 1970s. Crafted from molded resin, these oversized frames feature a striking mod, mid-century–inspired s...
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1970s French Sunglasses
Jacques Fath Paris Silk Sleeveless Blouse / Vest Plus Size 18
By Jacques Fath, Jacques Fath Paris
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
Houndstooth and Vichy pattern skirt suit Jacques Fath for Neiman Marcus
By Jacques Fath
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Houndstooth and Vichy black and white pattern skirt suit.
Shoulder pads. Black gros-grain piping. Branded buttons ( one is damage on the pocket)
Numbered: 13096 (jacket) 03626 (sk...
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1980s American Skirt Suits
S/S 1997 Jacques Fath Runway Pink Leopard Print Halter Mini Dress 40FR/8US
By Jacques Fath
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This light pink Jacques Fath leopard print mini dress is from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection. Debuting as Look 1 on the runway, it was modeled by Helena Christensen. A demi-coutur...
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