2010.11.1

Images (3)

Eco-Fashion_19 Left to right 2004.27.1 (textile wall), 2010.44.1 (bodysuit and skirt), 2010.13.1, 2010.40.1, 2005.63.1 (bags case), 2010.11.1 (black gown)

Eco-Fashion_16 Left to right 2010.43.1 (dress), 2010.19.1 (ensemble), 2005.27.1 (textile wall), 2010.16.1 (coat ensemble), 2010.38.1 (orange dress), 2010.7.1 (dress), 2004.27.1 (textile wall), 2010.44.1 (bodysuit and skirt), 2010.13.1, 2010.40.1, 2005.63.1 (bags case), 2010.11.1 (black gown)

Object: Evening dress

Brand: NOIR (Danish, founded 2005)

Date: Fall 2010

Medium: Black organic cotton and chiffon

Country: Denmark

Credit Line: Gift of NOIR

Object number: 2010.11.1

DescriptionBlack full length halter evening gown comprised of oversized organic cotton and chiffon ruffles with unfinished edges, diamond shape cut-out at CF bodice exposing naval, and attached studded canvas belt at waist and across open back; and two detachable collars that snap to halter (to be worn one at a time)

Label Text:Cutting-edge Danish brand NOIR fuses luxury with sustainability, bringing a chic and sexy edge to eco-fashion with designs “aimed at both the fashion and social conscience of the consumer.” This dramatic evening gown uses certified organic and fair-trade Ugandan cotton produced by NOIR’s sister company, Illuminati II.

In Collection(s)

2010s

Exhibitions:

Eco-Fashion: Going Green