1940s Claire McCardell Att. Playsuit designer-todd-oldham Huge front pockets sit on

Huge front pockets sit on either side with big flap detailing

The neckline is of course the highlight of the dress

The belt is attached and hooks to close

The sleeves taper into cuffs that have metallic thread embroidery surrounded by bead work -all hand done - I love it

1940s Claire McCardell Att. Playsuit designer-todd-oldham Huge front pockets sit onDid you just die a little? I did too when I first saw this! My client swears it is Claire McCardell and I find it hard to disagree. It does not have a McCardell tag present however so is priced accordingly, if that tag was there this would be several hundred dollars higher! It's an extraordinary piece and an absolute wonderful, unusual design that really adds to the conviction that this is indeed a McCardell piece. Wonderfully full puffed style