My favorite american fashion designers directly from 1950s (and my thesis)
Arnold Scaasi - "Evening Ensemble" c. 1958 Silk plain weave, printed [Detail]
Charles James - "Ball Grown" 1953 Silk
Hattie Carnegie - "Cocktail Dress" 1959 Silk taffeta, tulle, metal
James Galanos - "Cocktail Dress" c. 1957 Silk chiffon, silk satin