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Crisp and classic: Above right, white waffle pique and black linen suit, by Metro couturier Winston Kong, above, has bold piped sleeves and narrow skirt
Crisp and classic: Above right, white waffle pique and black linen suit, by Metro couturier Winston Kong, above, has bold piped sleeves and narrow skirt

Crisp and classic: Above right, white waffle pique and black linen suit, by Metro couturier Winston Kong, above, has bold piped sleeves and narrow skirt

Date6/24/1982
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ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0060416F
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