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The Battle of Versailles: Catwalk clash of American and French fashion

2/9/2024 • 10 min

In 1973, a fashion show was held in France which became known as the Battle of Versailles, a duel between designs from modern America and the capital of couture, Paris. Five American designers, including Oscar de la Renta and Halston, were invited to show their work alongside five of France’s biggest names, including Yves Saint Laurent and Hubert de Givenchy. … Play episode

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The 16th Street church bombing
Brown v the Board of Education
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London's first black policeman
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