Plaid Fashions Dominate Fall Runway
Fashion writers report plaid as the key fall and winter trend from New York Couture previews. Pauline Trigere debuts capecoats with large lapels and waist-length silhouette while Jerry Silverman Shannon Rodgers showcase soft silhouettes, jacket dresses, and bold plaid patterns. Balenciaga nods appear in a black velvet evening pajama look.
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New York Fashion Embraces Liberated Figures On Seventh Avenue
In New York's garment district designers showcase a "liberated body" trend with fall and winter silhouettes that welcome fullness. Full coats, wide pants, chemise dresses, wide sleeves, and soft fabrics emphasize a less athletic, more mature figure. The sweater set makes a comeback alongside loose, flowing outfits and baggy pants.
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New York
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Seventh Avenue
Wilma Scott Heide
National Organization For Women
New York Couture Business Council
Mildred Sullivan
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