Object: Blouse
Brand:
Givenchy
(French, founded 1952)
Date: c. 1952
Medium: Cotton lawn
Country: France
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. Rodman A. Heeren
Object number: 70.57.114
DescriptionWhite muslin blouse, wide banded neck with bow, elbow sleeves with wide swiss embroidery cuffs, side buttons
Label Text:This is a version of Hubert de Givenchy’s “Bettina” blouse, named for the couturier’s premier model, Bettina Graziani. Givenchy designed the blouse for his debut collection in 1952. Its signature sleeve flounces—likely modeled after styles worn by flamenco dancers—were widely copied.
In Collection(s)
Exhibitions:
- Statement Sleeves