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Designer Susan Chew, models a hooded minidress and fur-trimmed vest which is typical of the fashions she will continue to sell in her boutique on Dave(...)
Designer Susan Chew, models a hooded minidress and fur-trimmed vest which is typical of the fashions she will continue to sell in her boutique on Dave(...)

Designer Susan Chew, models a hooded minidress and fur-trimmed vest which is typical of the fashions she will continue to sell in her boutique on Dave(...)

Date8/24/1970
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Original Toronto Star caption: Designer Susan Chew; models a hooded minidress and fur-trimmed vest which is typical of the fashions she will continue to sell in her boutique on Davenport Rd. She's betting other girls will also reject the midi and buy minis.
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      ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0023475F
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