Name/Title
Dress, PromEntry/Object ID
50.98.3 a,bDescription
Yellow Net Gown. Material: textile, metal. (a) Gown. Size: 15 3/4" W. across bodice x 44" L. Description: yellow taffeta with yellow net overskirt and bodice - sleeveless - fitted bodice - spaghetti straps - deep V-neckline with decorative yellow net insert - full skirt - two 4" W. yellow embroidered net bands encircle the skirt - ankle length hemline - back zipper closure with one hook and eye at top. (b) Bolero. Size: 14 1/2" W. across shoulders x 14 1/2" L. Description: yellow net - short set-in sleeves - Peter Pan collar - one hook and eye closure at front center neckline.Context
#50.98.1 and #50.98.3: gowns worn at New Richland High School prom by twins, Faith Strenge (Youngberg) & Frances Strenge (Nelson) in May 1954 & 1955 - purchased at Brett's Bridal Shop in Mankato for $34.99 each, about $10 more than average. Parents approved purchase if girls would wear the dresses two years.Cataloged By
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Object Name
Dress, PromClass
Clothing, OuterwearCategory
Personal ArtifactsCreate Date
April 30, 1998Update Date
November 21, 2024