Name/Title
Evening GownEntry/Object ID
1997.9.25Description
Part A) White and blue striped and polka dotted chiffon dress. Low and shoulder-wide scoop neckline. Wrist-length puff sleeves gathered at shoulders and wrists, with tight wristband fastened with snap fastener at wrist slit. Bodice is shaped and tightly pleated. Bodice lined with grey chiffon. High waist with an elasticated, "U" shaped waistband. Skirt is composed of an outer white and blue chiffon layer over a wrapped grey layer. Outer skirt is also tightly pleated at waist, very full, and floor-length.
Part B) Blue and silver belt. Outside of belt is composed of strips of silver faux leather over blue and white striped and spotted chiffon. One edge of belt is decorated with coiled strip and silver ball of silver leather. On the bottom of this edge are two silver metallic prongs. Opposite end of belt has two rows of three holes. Inside of belt is faced with white. Stiff interfacing.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Weldom, Kathryn
Estate ofClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
ChiffonColor
Blue, White, Grey, SilverMade/Created
Date made
circa 1950 - 1969Dimensions
Dimension Notes
Dress
Length: 144cm
Width (b): 43cm
Belt
Length: 83cm
Width: 5cm
