Evening set
Brand
Bill Blass
(American, founded 1970)
Designer
Bill Blass
(1922 - 2002)
Spring 1989
Black sequins, ivory silk, and faux jewels
Gift of Mrs. Martin D. Gruss
Object number2009.16.59
This trompe l’oeil evening ensemble is a witty homage to Chanel’s personal style. Blass transformed the all-American tee shirt into a glittering evening top with strands of fake pearls in imitation of Chanel. The pleated palazzo pants are cut wide to resemble a skirt, similar to the type of sportswear that she designed and wore in the 1910s.
DescriptionEvening set consisting of black sequin t-shirt style top with trompe l'oeil multi-strand pearl necklace with jewel medallion and ivory pleated silk palazzo pantsExhibitions