Name/Title

Dress

Entry/Object ID

2021.24.1

Description

Part A) Black dress. Narrow "V" neckline. Shoulders are shirred and have shoulder pads inserted. Shaped elbow-length sleeves. At the left and right sides of bust, two scalloped bands of fabric have been cut out to reveal black and beige floral lace. "Lightning" zipper closure under the left arm. Natural waistline. Bodice has pleated gathers at waist. Skirt is A-line and calf-length. Decorative "apron" at front, of same fabric as rest of dress. Part B) Black belt. Self-covered belt buckle, and five holes in belt at opposite end. Stiff interfacing.

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Holeton, Anna

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Color

Black

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1940 - 1959

Place

Country

Canada

Continent

North America

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Dress Length: 128cm Width (b): 41cm Belt Length: 82cm Width: 2cm