Leotard
Brand
Danskin
(American, founded 1882)
Designer
Bonnie August
(1947 - 2003)
1976
Nylon and Lycra stretch knit
Gift of Bonnie August
Object number2003.61.3
The combination of Nylon and Lycra give this dance ensemble stretch and recovery characteristics that make it ideal for activewear. “I don’t follow fashion,” said Bonnie August. “I like to invent it. The styles I design are based on my needs and those of my active friends.”
DescriptionFreestyle long sleeved leotard in greyed orchid purple mist nylon / Lycra stretch knit; deep-V neck with surplice panel draped into left sideseamCollections
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