Medium: Grey wool flannel

Date: Fall 1993

Country: USA

Credit: Gift of Christian Francis Roth

Christian Francis Roth's inventive, often witty approach to design is highlighted in this "armor" suit. The horizontal tucks along the bodice and sleeves are punctuated by self-covered buttons, mimicking the steel plates and fastenings of armor. The soft flannel fabric ensures that the suit is comfortable and wearable despite its rigid appearance. Roth's precise construction alludes to the high level of quality in his work, a practice not lost in the whimsy of his creations.

Object Number: 94.26.1