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Phyllis Marshall modelled this floral print gown, designed by Marilyn Brooks, at Fashion Group's show at the Crest Theatre last night. Fabric is by Riverdale
Phyllis Marshall modelled this floral print gown, designed by Marilyn Brooks, at Fashion Group's show at the Crest Theatre last night. Fabric is by Riverdale

Phyllis Marshall modelled this floral print gown, designed by Marilyn Brooks, at Fashion Group's show at the Crest Theatre last night. Fabric is by Riverdale

Date2/11/1976
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Original Toronto Star caption: Phyllis Marshall modelled this floral print gown, designed by Marilyn Brooks, at Fashion Group's show at the Crest Theatre last night. Fabric is by Riverdale.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0065619F
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