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Accession Number 1977.5.6 Title evening dress Category Clothing, Outerwear Object Type dress, evening Date Made 1940-1945 Gender and Age women Materials and Techniques rayon; woven, plain, crepe Measurements overall: 159 cm Description

Pale rose crepe evening dress with ruched bodice. Throat-cut neckline with trim of pearls and beads in small floral design around neckline. Padded shoulders and set-in sleeves. Gathers along CF bodice from bust to…

Pale rose crepe evening dress with ruched bodice. Throat-cut neckline with trim of pearls and beads in small floral design around neckline. Padded shoulders and set-in sleeves. Gathers along CF bodice from bust to waist. Bodice appears to be 2 piece. Left breast pocket is entirely beaded. Long skirt with inverted pleat down CF seam. Form fitting skirt due to fabric drape. Hem of curcular folds. side zipper closure.

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