Name/Title

Evening Gown

Entry/Object ID

2014.9.5

Description

Black and white evening gown. Sleeveless. Very broad, folded white collar. Bodice is black with a six button closure down the front. At bottom front and back of bodice are a rounded section of fabric that hangs slightly over waistline. High waist. Skirt is white and flares towards bottom hem, appearing almost triangular. Slash pocket at left and right hip. About ankle-length.

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Parker, Dewey

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Material

Wool, Rayon

Color

White, Black

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Geoffrey Beene

Date made

circa 1960 - 1979

Label/Inscription/Signature

Transcription

DRY CLEAN ONLY GEOFFREY BEENE

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Length: 145cm Width (b): 42