Name/Title

Cocktail Dress

Entry/Object ID

2016.3.2

Description

Pink cocktail dress. Fitted bodice. Rounded V-neckline and cap sleeves. Pleats below neckline. Flat rectangular panel down center front of bodice. Combination "Lion"-brand zipper and hook-and-eye closure down center rear of bodice. Dress waistline below natural waist. Waistline accented with two broad tucked sashes that encircle waist. Decorative tucked bow on center back of waist. Skirt is full and gathered. Light pink petticoat with wide strip of pink box pleated netting abouve hem. Some stains on skirt.

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Dragman, June & Renie

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Shot taffeta

Material

Rayon

Color

Pink

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1950 - 1959

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Length: 120cm Width (b): 42cm