68.143.6

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Luxury_21 Left to right 84.103.5 (ivory and black gown), 68.143.6 (coat and dress), P86.43.1 (coat with fur), 79.187.20 (wool coat), 88.29.121 (necklace case), 73.35.12 (silver mesh dress), 74.107.8 (beaded ensemble), 96.84.7 (shawl wall), 80.71.73 (bag case), 78.55.202 (belt case), 99.105.10 (shoes case)

Exhibitionism_27 Left to right 75.226.1 (romper), 2010.1.48 (taupe dress), 88.88.1 (orange ensemble), 68.143.6 (coat and sequined dress), 68.143.68 (grey halter dress), 88.74.1 (blue dress), 2005.2.1 (purple gown), 2002.18.1 (black dress), 91.241.128 (gold gown)

Exhibitionism_42 Left to right 82.3.9 (dress), 82.193.4 (tan dress), 2010.86.30 and 2014.36.1 (dress and coat), 84.145.1 (gown), 87.111.4 (plaid jacket), 2006.16.1 (grey suit), 89.90.1 (baseball jacket), 75.85.20 (hat), P89.8.4 (shirt), 82.124.3 (shorts), 2010.1.48 (wrap dress and belt), 68.143.6 (coat and dress), 88.88.1 (orange ensemble), 68.143.68 (grey halter dress)

Object: Evening set

Brand: Traina-Norell (American, 1941 - 1960)

Designer: Norell (1900 - 1972)

Retailer: Nan Duskin (American)

Date: c. 1958

Medium: Camel cashmere, silk jersey, and gold sequins

Country: USA

Credit Line: Gift of Lauren Bacall

Object number: 68.143.6

DescriptionEvening set; gold sequined camel silk jersey mermaid sleeveless sheath dress and cashmere straightline subway coat with sequined lining

Label Text:Norman Norell was known for designs that catered to the New York woman, blending practicality with discreet glamour. A client could wear his modest “Subway” coat, made from neutral-hued cashmere, without attracting undue attention in public spaces. Upon arriving at her destination, she could remove the coat to reveal its shimmering sequined lining and coordinating sheath dress.

In Collection(s)

Gifts of Lauren Bacall

Exhibitions:

Seventh Avenue: Fashion Walk of Fame
Lauren Bacall: The Look
Impact: 50 Years of the CFDA
Luxury
Norman Norell
Norell: Dean of American Fashion
Exhibitionism: 50 Years of the Museum at FIT