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At the turn of the century costumes like these with their long, full skirts and plumed hats were worn by Toronto socialites when they called on the Ca(...)
At the turn of the century costumes like these with their long, full skirts and plumed hats were worn by Toronto socialites when they called on the Ca(...)

At the turn of the century costumes like these with their long, full skirts and plumed hats were worn by Toronto socialites when they called on the Ca(...)

Date11/7/1946
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  • At the turn of the century costumes like these with their long, full skirts and plumed hats were worn by Toronto socialites when they called on the Ca(...)
  • At the turn of the century costumes like these with their long; full skirts and plumed hats were worn by Toronto socialites when they called on the Cawthra family. Mrs. Cawthra-Elliot wants to keep her house for her married daughter's use.
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Original Toronto Star caption: At the turn of the century costumes like these with their long; full skirts and plumed hats were worn by Toronto socialites when they called on the Cawthra family. Mrs. Cawthra-Elliot wants to keep her house for her married daughter's use.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0006669F
Soft color for gowns leads list of trends in 1989 bridal wear along with short sleeves, full skirts, and lavish detailing on bodices
Soft color for gowns leads list of trends in 1989 bridal wear along with short sleeves, full skirts, and lavish detailing on bodices
Combs, Erin
1/10/1989
Chanel suit: Left, jackets and skirts were cut close to the body, giving them a sexy, chic look that was classical yet modern
Chanel suit: Left, jackets and skirts were cut close to the body, giving them a sexy, chic look that was classical yet modern
Combs, Erin
4/3/1986
Yohji Yamamoto's Z-shaped belted jacket in navy blue gabardine and long, knife-pleated skirt is worn with his crushed leather gauntlet gloves
Yohji Yamamoto's Z-shaped belted jacket in navy blue gabardine and long, knife-pleated skirt is worn with his crushed leather gauntlet gloves
Toronto Star (Firm)
9/24/1987
He's for short skirts
He's for short skirts
Griffin, Doug
2/10/1966
Comely classics: Classic Ports separates, including V-necked front-buttoned cardigans, easy front-buttoned skirts and little tailored jackets, are looking better than ever this year
Comely classics: Classic Ports separates, including V-necked front-buttoned cardigans, easy front-buttoned skirts and little tailored jackets, are looking better than ever this year
Bull, Ron
10/9/1984
Sophisticated style: Above,. Toronto designer Paul Milana, 23, with model wearing his silk and cotton blend suit with long, full skirt and boxy jacket(...)
Sophisticated style: Above,. Toronto designer Paul Milana, 23, with model wearing his silk and cotton blend suit with long, full skirt and boxy jacket(...)
Loek, Dick
1/6/1988
Different looks: Left, from designer Karl Lagerfeld's spring/summer '88 collection for Chanel, and worn by his muse, Ines de la Fressange, a sporty skirt and blouse
Different looks: Left, from designer Karl Lagerfeld's spring/summer '88 collection for Chanel, and worn by his muse, Ines de la Fressange, a sporty skirt and blouse
Loek, Dick
10/23/1987
Standout stripes: Short black and white T-shirt and matching short flared skirt are worn over black leggings
Standout stripes: Short black and white T-shirt and matching short flared skirt are worn over black leggings
Beaty, Keith
11/12/1987
Chained: Karl Lagerfeld's skirt of chains, right, is belted over black and worn with vinyl trench and nameplate pendants for Chanel
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Stawicki, Andrew
7/18/1991
Red wool crepe double breasted suit jacket, $168, regular price $210, and skirt, $80, down from $100, is worn with a scarf at the neck, all from J. Mi(...)
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Toronto Star (Firm)
10/4/1990
Peplumed bustier top designed and modelled by Kim Myles has horizontal bust darting and is worn with slim, slit skirt, Fabric is cotton chintz
Peplumed bustier top designed and modelled by Kim Myles has horizontal bust darting and is worn with slim, slit skirt, Fabric is cotton chintz
Olsen, Bob, 1931-2022
11/5/1979
Be an individual: Martine Matthews' reversible silk and canvas coats, $750, also available in padded chintz, $450, shark fin dorsal hats, $60
Be an individual: Martine Matthews' reversible silk and canvas coats, $750, also available in padded chintz, $450, shark fin dorsal hats, $60
Loek, Dick
11/12/1987