Name/Title

Evening Gown

Entry/Object ID

2018.3.1

Description

Part A) Dark blue evening gown. Calf-length. Strapless with an asymmetrical neckline. Natural waistline. Broad and tucked sash around waist, with a large bow and two wide, fringed tails on left waist. Full skirt with knife pleats at waist. Zipper closure on center rear. Part B) White crinoline. Elastic waistband. Ruffled. Part C + D) Pair of white leather gloves. Elbow-length. Three lines of ribbed stitching on the backs. Fourchettes. On each wrist is one oblong opening with a three button closure. Part E) White beaded evening bag. Lined with white satin. Silver metal clasp closure. Part F) White lace-trimmed cotton handkerchief. Lace insertion around borders. Part G) White cardboard matchbook. The name "Sally" is written on back in gold lettering. Contains matches. Part H) Gold metal tiara with iridescent glass gemstones.

Use

Worn to Grad Ball at ABC c.1958-1959.

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Gregson, Sally

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Taffeta, Net, Satin

Material

Kid leather, Cotton, Rayon, Metal, Cardboard, Glass

Color

Blue, White, Gold

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Mrs. Nation

Date made

circa 1959

Place

* Untyped Place

Fort Street

City

Victoria

State/Province

British Columbia

Country

Canada

Continent

North America

Label/Inscription/Signature

Transcription

Matchbook Sally

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Dress Length: 125.5cm Width (b): 28.5cm Gloves Length: 52cm Bag Length: 10.5cm Width: 16.5cm Tiara Length: 12.5cm Width: 13.5cm