80.19.7

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Unraveled_11 Left to right P86.66.1 (dress), 71.192.47 (waistcoat wall), P85.41.1 (textile wall), 87.163.1A-L (dress case), 80.19.7 (dress), 85.167.103 (bead sample case), 78.263.62 (shoe case), 93.46.7 (knickers set), 96.39.2 (dress), 2010.44.1 (ensemble), 2017.67.1(tweed dress)

Unraveled_27 Left to right 80.19.7 (dress), 93.46.7 (knickers set), 78.263.62 (shoe case), 85.167.103 (bead sample case)

Unraveled_19 Left to right 80.19.7 (dress), 85.167.103 (bead sample case), 78.263.62 (shoe case), 93.46.7 (knickers set), 96.39.2 (dress), 2010.44.1 (ensemble), 2017.67.1(tweed dress)

Object: Dress

Designer: Geoffrey Beene (1927 - 2004)

Date: c. 1968

Medium: Woven cotton

Country: USA

Credit Line: Gift of Adelaide Burr Oursler

Object number: 80.19.7

DescriptionDress; black and white waffle weave; round neckline; bodice fitted with underarm side panel; short sleeve; straight gathered skirt; white organza backing; self fringe trim around neckline, sleeve cuff center front and hem; center front zipper closing

Label Text:Geoffrey Beene accentuated this intricately woven cotton fabric by literally bringing its fringed edges to the front and center of his design. Textile selection was essential to the designer, who once stated, “Design begins with concept and drape. I handle the fabric, which is the dictate of what shape and form will permit.”

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