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Drawing inspiration from literature, theater costumes and history paintings of medieval and Renaissance subjects, dressmakers incorporated stylistic details from twelfth-through seventeenth-century dress into contemporary fashions

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Off-the-shoulder organza puff sleeves add a striking touch to this sophisticated trumpet gown

Silver mirror beads also adorn the bodice

The couple, who are now divorced, were chosen by Lady Diana Spencer after theyd created several taffeta gowns for her that were well-received by the public and the press

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