Name/Title
Aloma of the South Seas- Dorothy LamourEntry/Object ID
499A+B-Gallery-2Tags
NEEDED - Dressing sheet photo, NEEDED - Box photoDescription
Two-piece sarong consisting of [499A] a strapless sarong of fuchsia silk
with pale green tropical foliate print; hook and eye and snap closure that
begins at center back down to gathered proper left hip and to inside right
hip (Paramount label inscribed "Dorothy Lamour" and inscribed
“MPCC”). [499B] A pair of matching silk shorts with back zipper
closure (Paramount label inscribed) "Dorothy Lamour".Use
Worn by Dorothy Lamour, playing Aloma, in the movie Aloma of the South SeasClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
SarongClothing Sex
FemaleMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Edith HeadRole
DesignerDate made
1941Label/Inscription/Signature
Paramount label inscribed "Dorothy Lamour" and inscribed
“MPCC”Other Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Exhibition ID NumberOther Number
EX.0286.12Dimensions
Dimension Description
Mounting RequirementsDimension Notes
Measurements: 34” x 22” x 34”.Parts
Count
2Parts
499A - strapless sarong, 499B matching silk shortsLocation
Category
PermanentDate
April 15, 2024Condition
Overall Condition
FairDate Examined
Apr 15, 2024Notes
Sarong: Multiple stitching holes down center front from previous
alteration, some small holes and pulling of fabric throughout.
Appears to have been shortened for later production.
Shorts: overall good. Two small holes at each side of front.
Some stressing of fabric throughoutRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dorothy Lamour, The Collection, Larry McQueenGeneral Notes
Note Type
Historical NoteNote
Lamour disliked the sarong look which is what she was always put in, especially when everyone else got to wear beautiful gowns.Created By
Adreana LangstonCreate Date
January 10, 2024Updated By
Adreana LangstonUpdate Date
April 22, 2024
