Object: Lingerie set
Brand:
Chantelle
(French, founded 1876)
Date: Fall 2013
Medium: Black stretch knit and lace in Polyamide and Elastane blend
Country: France
Credit Line: Gift of Chantelle Paris
Object number: 2014.7.1
DescriptionOpera Noir black lingerie set; bra and panties in stretch knit and lace Polyamide and Elastane blend; underwire bra with floral patterned lace at bra cups and dotted patterned stretch lace at sides and back, narrow shoulder straps in scalloped edge elastic with shirred grosgrain ribbon overlay and gold metal hardware; matching hipster style panties with floral patterned stretch lace at front, solid black stretch knit at back and dotted patterned stretch lace at front side yokes and back yoke
Label Text:Founded in 1876, Chantelle offers proof that French lingerie has never lost its cachet. The company specializes in lingerie that is sexy and beautifully made, but also suitable for everyday wear. This classic bra and panty set is meticulously crafted from two patterns of black lace, and edged with an especially fine, scalloped lace trim.
Exhibitions:
- Exposed: A History of Lingerie