Claire McCardell
Claire McCardell | |
|---|---|
McCardell in Time magazine in 1955 | |
| Born | May 24, 1905 Frederick, Maryland, U.S. |
| Died | March 22, 1958 (aged 52) |
| Resting place | Mount Olivet Cemetery |
| Occupation | Fashion designer |
| Known for | credited with the creation of American sportswear |
| Spouse |
Irving Drought Harris
(m. 1943) |
| Father | A. LeRoy McCardell |
Claire McCardell (May 24, 1905 – March 22, 1958) was an American fashion designer of ready-to-wear clothing in the twentieth century. She has been credited with the creation of American sportswear.