Evening set
Designer
Elizabeth Hawes
(American, 1903 - 1971)
c. 1930
Beige linen and red satin
Git of Mrs. Dudley Schoales
Object number69.156.3
This evening ensemble highlights Elizabeth Hawes’ unconventional approach to design and selection of materials. Linen, often relegated to daywear, is utilized in place of a more-conventionally formal fabric such as silk.
DescriptionBeige colored crash evening dress and bolero; shoulder yoke front and back of maroon red / purple satin; one satin button at neck; long full set in sleeve; deep V-neck dress; sleeveless; appliques of red satin at shoulders extending to top of bust and down mid back in points; gathering under bust; pointed midriff section; fitted waist; long circular bias skirt; side zipperCollections
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