Arts & Humanities School of Design Receives a Priceless Gift From Fashion Icon

Jeffrey Mayer and Kirsten Schoonmaker display a 1950s couture sequin-embellished silk organza evening dress by British designer Hardy Amies, one of Queen Elizabeth's favorites. The dress was featured on the cover of Claire Shaeffer's 2011 book "Couture Sewing Techniques." (Photo by Amy Manley)

School of Design Receives a Priceless Gift From Fashion Icon

Couture legend Claire B. Shaeffer's 2,500-piece collection of designer garments, patterns and books, valued at $1.2 million, now calls Syracuse University home.
May 15, 2026

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