Medium: Navy blue and black slubbed silk, black and navy blue satin

Date: 1957

Country: Italy

Credit: Gift of Elizabeth E. Brady

A subtle mix of black and midnight blue in the silk textile adds richness to this elegant Roman evening suit. Italian menswear—often referred to as the “international” or “continental” style—was defined by a slim silhouette and an air of sophistication.

Object Number: 79.130.14