Part A) Black satin cheongsam. Polychrome peacock and flower embroidered down front of cheongsam. Standing collar with rounded front edges and clear plastic interfacing. Short sleeves. "555" zipper closure under right sleeves. Bodice wraps shut in front from left to right, from center front of neckline to under right sleeve, with snap fastener closures. Darts in bust. Cheongsam is calf-length with slits in skirt hem at left and right side seams.
Part B) Black shift. Sleeveless. Scoop neckline. Darts at bust. Shift is calf-length with slits in hem at left and right side seams. Bottom front and back hem of skirt are square-shaped and trimmed with black machine lace.
Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Stuart, Ruth
&
Hsu, David
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
Female
Textile Details
Fabric
Satin
Color
Black, Yellow, Green, Pink, Purple, Orange, Red, Blue
