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A vintage photograph of a squaw dress shows the dress' accordion skirt span and crinkly pleats. (Photo Courtesy of the Arizona Historical Society.)

The squaw dress: Tucson’s controversial but unique fashion history

Maggie Driver April 21, 2016

In the 1950s, Tucson was a major fashion industry player, all thanks to one garment: the squaw dress. The dress’ skirt fans open like an accordion. Its lightweight style makes it perfect for...

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