Object: Evening ensemble
Designer:
Elizabeth Hawes
(American, 1903 - 1971)
Maker:
Rodier
(founded 1852)
Date: c. 1932
Medium: Silk and self-fringe
Country: USA
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Dudley Schoales
Object number: 69.156.2
DescriptionEvening dress and bolero of striped grey silk with self fringe, striped fabric by Rodier
Label Text:In the 1930s, Elizabeth Hawes may have been the first American to create mitered dresses. This ensemble consists of an evening dress and bolero. The fabric is by Rodier.
In Collection(s)
Exhibitions:
- American Beauty
- Paris, Capital of Fashion