Evening gown
Brand
Rodarte
(American, founded 2005)
Spring 2015
White and aqua polyamide, viscose, nylon, Swarovski crystals, feathers, sequins, and pearls
Museum purchase
Object number2015.35.1
Kate and Laura Mulleavy of Rodarte explained that their spring 2015 collection was “inspired by tide pools and the ocean . . . [and] by the fantasy of mermaids, as they poetically capture the spirit of the sea.”
DescriptionIridescent white and aqua blue / green mermaid floor length one sleeve evening gown with hand beaded Swarovski crystals, sequins, pearls and feathers overall; multiple layers of various fabrics, toga like panel; hand painted full flared net skirtCollections
Exhibitions