Plum cotton printed with medallions of multi-color bouquets and brown and white geometric medallions. Thirteen buttonholes down center front to hem with nine self-covered buttons. Bands of contrasting fabric applied down center front from neck to hem. Second band of same from waist to hem. High neckline. Long sleeves with epaulets and buttoned turned back cuffs. Collar, epaulets, cuffs and tie belt of contrasting fabric. Bodice is boned and lined with tan cotton twill, with hook & eye closure down center front. Skirt gathered into waistband at back. Pocket on right side.
dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
Dress
Dress, Maternity
Dress, Maternity
Unknown
Gift of Miss Lilias Page
1935.417
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