c1953-1955 Rare Claire McCardell Metallic Check Sunglasses designer-andre-courreges Then there are those sleeves

Then there are those sleeves - the sleeves are astounding

Item #DS141

Fully lined in handset blue tissue silk through the body and sleeves

designers have looked to past styles with an appetite that is as audacious as it is rapacious

Darling little crocheted bag in a cream is the perfect little piece to add just a pop of vintage to your wardrobe

c1953-1955 Rare Claire McCardell Metallic Check Sunglasses designer-andre-courreges Then there are those sleevesThese are fabulous and quite rare. McCardell was known for her ability to make sportswear chic and she as one of the early designers to not just offer up a dress but she produced the entire look including sunglasses. I have included an ad from 1953 and also found examples of her work held at The Met. These are a great example with their bright metallic painted plastic frames. They are a classic cat eye with the original lenses. Marked Claire McCardell