Suit
Designer
Irene
(1901 - 1962)
Retailer
Bullock's Wilshire
(American, 1929 - 1993)
c. 1950
Black velvet and pink silk
Gift of The Fashion Group
Object number75.124.1
Fashion need not be revealing to be seductive. This seemingly conservative cocktail suit combines the tactile quality of lush velvet with exact tailoring that emphasizes a woman’s curves. Further attention is drawn to the bust by a ruffled blouse made of sheer silk.
DescriptionSuit: black velvet fitted jacket, matching skirt with coordinating blouse in pale pink silkExhibitions