1980s arms race

---Beginning next month, a smattering of strong-shouldered jackets, blouses and dresses for fall will begin arriving in stores. New York designer Cynthia Rowley has stuck half-inch-thick shoulder pads in almost every fitted jacket and dress in her fall collection. Stella McCartney, Balenciaga, Lanvin and Marc Jacobs will also be offering some sharp-shouldered looks for fall. Source:

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