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Evening Gown

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1950-1970

GUSN

GUSN-316336

Description

This white chiffon evening gown has an empire waist emphasized with repeated oval-shaped cut-outs edged in clear crystals and silver sequins. The effect resembles a silver chain at the waist. From the waistline falls a full, pleated chiffon skirt. The bodice is chiffon gathered into triangular shapes across each half of the bustline into tied knots at the shoulders. The bust and skirt are fully lined in a heavier charmuse. Center back zipper and hooks and eyes. Maker's label stitched near zipper at center back.

Details

Descriptive Terms

evening dresses (garments)
silk (fiber)
chiffon
beading (process)
Dress
Gown, Evening
Gown, Evening

Additional Identification Number

1344.4

Maker

Malcolm Starr (Designer)

Location of Origin

New York

Dimensions

12 (W) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Frederica Cushman

Accession Number

2015.145.4

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