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White blouse with bow at center neckline and sleeves with oversize ruffles starting at elbow
blouse
White blouse with bow at center neckline and sleeves with oversize ruffles starting at elbow
Blouse
Brand (French, founded 1952)
c. 1952
Cotton lawn
Gift of Mr. Rodman A. Heeren
Object number70.57.114
This is a version of Hubert de Givenchy’s “Bettina” blouse, named for the couturier’s premier model, Bettina Graziani. Givenchy designed the blouse for his debut collection in 1952. Its signature sleeve flounces—likely modeled after styles worn by flamenco dancers—were widely copied.
DescriptionWhite muslin blouse, wide banded neck with bow, elbow sleeves with wide swiss embroidery cuffs, side buttons
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