Claire McCardell

Claire McCardell (1905-1958) was a fashion designer of America. His clothes were functional with clean lines and an American look. She is known for her recapitulation of the entire racks of recapitulation monastic arounds dresses, pajamas harem, and large pockets with seams up. She began her career as a designer, under the supervision of Robert Turk. When he died in an accident in the early 1930, Claire became head designer. She found success in the autumn 1938 season with his monastic clothing, which had no back or forward zipper, but it was tied to fit the wearer. She maintains the design of Robert Turk, Townley, until his death in 1958. His clothing is still recognized as timeless American sportswear.