Name/Title
Evening gownEntry/Object ID
2025.9.1Description
Butterscotch colored silk velvet bias-cut evening gown. High standing collar at the back of the neck with several rows of gathers; supported by four stays. There are a series of small snaps at the right side seam of the neck to allow the wearer's head to fit through the neck opening. Closes down the back with a series of fabric-covered buttons. Sleeves are full at the top, gathered down the outside, narrowing below the elbow to a tight sleeve which end in a point over the back of the hand. The lower section has a row of fabric-covered buttons. Curving waist seam above the natural waistline. There is an opening at the right waist that closes with snaps. The back of the skirt has princess seams curving away from the waistline. Weighted hem with a slight train.