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Checkered Dress, Philadelphia Story

1940

Katharine Hepburn — Checkered Dress, Philadelphia Story

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Katharine Hepburn's gingham dress in The Philadelphia Story, with its fitted bodice, cinched waist, and gracefully flared skirt creates a gorgeous hourglass silhouette. The checkered cotton is a classic. Throw on a checkered fit-and-flare with some low heels to channel that breezy look.

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Arabella Linen Blend Dress, navy gingham

Modern

Arabella Linen Blend Dress, navy gingham

Boden · $260

Balia Linen Dresss

Modern

Balia Linen Dresss

Reformation · $278

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Women's Poplin Midi Wrap Front Dress, blue pinstripe

Modern

Women's Poplin Midi Wrap Front Dress, blue pinstripe

Land's End · $134.95

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Gingham Belted Midi Dress in Linen Blend

Modern

Gingham Belted Midi Dress in Linen Blend

Ann Taylor · $171.75

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Women's Gingham Flared Midi Dress

Modern

Women's Gingham Flared Midi Dress

Walmart · $18.99

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Gingham Dress, Ruffle Trim V Neck

Modern

Gingham Dress, Ruffle Trim V Neck

Khols · $51.99

Gingham Volume Bustier Dress

Modern

Gingham Volume Bustier Dress

Zara · $59.90

Gingham stretch-woven midi dress, strawberry shortcake

Modern

Gingham stretch-woven midi dress, strawberry shortcake

Selfridges · $168

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Convertible Neckline Gingham Fit-and-Flare Swing Dress

Reproduction

Convertible Neckline Gingham Fit-and-Flare Swing Dress

Babeyond · $69

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1950s Blue & White Gingham Dance Dress - Cotton, Sweetheart Neckline, Puff Sleeves Size S

Vintage

1950s Blue & White Gingham Dance Dress - Cotton, Sweetheart Neckline, Puff Sleeves Size S

Etsy · $79

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