Name/Title
Evening GownEntry/Object ID
2021.13.2Description
White and pale blue satin evening gown. Shoulders and skirt made with white satin, while midriff is made with pale blue satin. Wide "V" neckline front and back. Cap sleeves with ruching on shoulders. Embroidered spiderweb motif on shoulders and skirt, both front and back. Also iridescent sequins in curlicue pattern on bust, back, and waistline. Waistline falls below natural waist. Knife pleats at hem.Use
Made by the donor's mother, based off an image of a dress in a magazine.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Guerra, VenicoClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
SatinMaterial
SilkColor
White, Blue, IridescentMade/Created
Manufacturer
Fiorella GuerraDate made
circa 1958Place
City
VancouverState/Province
British ColumbiaCountry
CanadaContinent
North AmericaDimensions
Dimension Notes
Length: 150cm
Width (b): 44cm