Dress
Designer
Mary Quant
(British, 1930 - 2023)
c. 1965
Wool jersey
Gift of Mary Quant
Object number2012.27.1
The “miniskirt” style of this dress became an emblem of London youth culture during the 1960s. Designer Mary Quant pioneered the trend from Bazaar, her boutique on the Kings Road in London. Quant drew inspiration for her designs from the minimalist styles of 1950s beatniks, as well as the short-skirted, flat-shoed ensembles of tap dancers.
DescriptionColor blocked wool jersey mini dress with beige at dropped waist bodice and circle skirt, black at round neckline; armhole and hem band and orange at long sleeves; metal zipper at CF closure, button at neckline; faux welt pockets at front waist; short bust dartsExhibitions