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Reversible pleated skirt that was the rage back in the '50s when Elvis Presley was at the height of his fame is enjoying a revival. This black and whi(...)
Reversible pleated skirt that was the rage back in the '50s when Elvis Presley was at the height of his fame is enjoying a revival. This black and whi(...)

Reversible pleated skirt that was the rage back in the '50s when Elvis Presley was at the height of his fame is enjoying a revival. This black and whi(...)

Date8/16/1977
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Original Toronto Star caption: Reversible pleated skirt that was the rage back in the '50s when Elvis Presley was at the height of his fame is enjoying a revival. This black and white plaid one; $60; is worn with off white sweater; $40 and black leather boots; $80. Outfit is from Eaton's.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0006698F
Above, coral jersey gown with pleated skirt, $99 at Divine Decadence, long coral gloves, Victoria fan, both at Divine Decadence. His gray tuxedo jacke(...)
Above, coral jersey gown with pleated skirt, $99 at Divine Decadence, long coral gloves, Victoria fan, both at Divine Decadence. His gray tuxedo jacke(...)
Toronto Star (Firm)
4/27/1987
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
Traditional formality: The peak lapel tuxedo, above, in pure worsted wool is teamed with pleated wing collar shirt, satin tie and black cummerbund
Traditional formality: The peak lapel tuxedo, above, in pure worsted wool is teamed with pleated wing collar shirt, satin tie and black cummerbund
Combs, Erin
2/10/1982
'50s classic
'50s classic
Faught, Ken
9/22/1989
Bridal couturier: Jack Ritche has been designing wedding gowns for Metro brides since the '50s and says he's noticed a decrease in demand for traditional bridal wear
Bridal couturier: Jack Ritche has been designing wedding gowns for Metro brides since the '50s and says he's noticed a decrease in demand for traditional bridal wear
Toronto Star (Firm)
2/10/1987
Sporty style: Right, poly/cotton reversible vest ($220) tops wool sweater ($170) and wool/Lycra blend pants ($275)
Sporty style: Right, poly/cotton reversible vest ($220) tops wool sweater ($170) and wool/Lycra blend pants ($275)
Combs, Erin
11/23/1981
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
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
Jazzy jackets: Far left, black and gray striped silk jacket, $105, over black wool jersey T-shirt, $68, and gray polished cotton skirt, $68
Jazzy jackets: Far left, black and gray striped silk jacket, $105, over black wool jersey T-shirt, $68, and gray polished cotton skirt, $68
Combs, Erin
12/14/1983
Welly's fashions: Above, Toronto designer Welly with a magenta charmeuse and crepe one-shouldered gown with pleated bodice, $800
Welly's fashions: Above, Toronto designer Welly with a magenta charmeuse and crepe one-shouldered gown with pleated bodice, $800
Slaughter, Mike
1/8/1985
Cotton at Byblos: Right, designers Keith Varty and Alan Cleaver wrapped up their Santa Fe inspired spring collection with finely pleated cotton bridal gown
Cotton at Byblos: Right, designers Keith Varty and Alan Cleaver wrapped up their Santa Fe inspired spring collection with finely pleated cotton bridal gown
Faught, Ken
1/18/1990
Pleat interest: Hugh Garber's pleated dress, above, $245 at Simpsons, Flowers by Jane, earrings, Holt Renfrew, shoes, Feathers
Pleat interest: Hugh Garber's pleated dress, above, $245 at Simpsons, Flowers by Jane, earrings, Holt Renfrew, shoes, Feathers
Olsen, Bob, 1931-2022
1/30/1981