Object: Ensemble
Date: c. 1937
Medium: Rayon faille
Country: USA
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. & Mrs. Byron S. Miller & Gail Hart Miller in memory of their mother, Florence Hart Miller
Object number: 96.47.27
DescriptionLong tuxedo style halter dress and tunic jacket set in off white rayon faille; dress with band collar and attached self bow tie; fitted, reversible jacket with wide shawl collar and long sleeves; topstitched band belt
Label Text:This woman’s ensemble mimics elements of men’s formalwear. The button detailing and the white bow at the neck are critical features that recall a man’s tuxedo.
In Collection(s)
Exhibitions:
- Untying the Bow