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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

Chanel suit: Left, jackets and skirts were cut close to the body, giving them a sexy, chic look that was classical yet modern

Date4/3/1986
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Original Toronto Star caption: Chanel suit: Left; jackets and skirts were cut close to the body; giving them a sexy; chic look that was classical yet modern.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0006758F
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
10/9/1984
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
12/14/1983
Left, body suit with gold mesh wrap was designed by Karl Lagerfeld for chanel
Left, body suit with gold mesh wrap was designed by Karl Lagerfeld for chanel
3/22/1990
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
10/23/1987
Details: Chanel-inspired jacket from suit, $399 (for two pieces), paired with city shorts, $129, and white shirt, $185
Details: Chanel-inspired jacket from suit, $399 (for two pieces), paired with city shorts, $129, and white shirt, $185
10/31/1991
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(...)
11/7/1946
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(...)
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(...)
10/4/1990
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(...)
1/6/1988
Hell-bent for leather: Left, Claude Montana put his magic touch on leather in a striking group of long jackets and miniskirts in suede, calf and kid
Hell-bent for leather: Left, Claude Montana put his magic touch on leather in a striking group of long jackets and miniskirts in suede, calf and kid
3/24/1986
Mihalyi ensemble consists of body suit, satin wrap skirt slit to show leg, and feather boa
Mihalyi ensemble consists of body suit, satin wrap skirt slit to show leg, and feather boa
10/30/1978
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
1/10/1989
He's for short skirts
He's for short skirts
2/10/1966