#160; "St. Charles" afternoon dress Jacques Fath Spring/Summer 1953 Museum Purchase 2010.5.26 Jacques Fath (1912-1954) was an impish designer who imbued his clothes with a sense of fun and glamour. Vogue praised his "unexpected mix of casual style and luxurious material."1 Such contrasts are seen in this satin-trimmed, formal afternoon dress titled "St. Charles," which is tailored to the exacting standards of haute couture. Fath's use of informal cotton piqué for this dress instead of the expected wool broadcloth or heavyweight silk did not diminish its hefty price of $595. The printed feather motif is a humorous touch, setting Fath apart from other mid-century couturiers. His unique blend of formality with practicality was particularly appreciated in the United States; this pencil-skirted creation was deemed "one of the best dresses in the Fath collectionTo wear—constantly from now on."2
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#160; The FIDM Museum blog will be on hiatus through early January 2015. In the meantime, enjoy weekly posts from the archives.
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