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Period: 1940s
Designer: Adrian
1940s Adrian Magenta and Black Print Dress w Front Slit Diamond Inset and Gather
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning 1940s original Adrian design! A magenta and black "heraldry" paneled print crepe dress with sexy right side front slit and diamond shaped inset panel at abdomen, surround...
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American 1940s Fashion

1940s Iconic Adrian Original Cubist-Inspired Dress in Green Gray and Black Drape
Located in Gresham, OR
Here's your chance to own a piece of classic Hollywood design! An iconic 1940s Adrian Original dress: The man who made Joan Crawford's shoulders famous designed this stunning silk ...
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American 1940s Fashion

Adrian 1940s Cubist Inspired Black/White Gown w/ Sequin Blocks
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Adrian black and white color-block rayon crepe gown with capelet back, slash detail and geometric sequin blocking. An incredible piece from the legendary designer of screen an...
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American 1940s Fashion

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