EVENING DRESS

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

This pale gray and pink evening gown has a sweetheart neckline and narrow shoulder straps. The bodice is built on a satin foundation with four layers of gray tulle overlay. Three rows of grey and pink pleated tulle edge the top of the bodice. The skirt is composed of a full length satin underskirt, two layers of knee length net, and a full length tulle overskirt to which rows of pleated pink and gray tulle bands are applied in a circular pattern to the sides. Concealed interior belts prevent the skirt from lying flat, creating an angular shape over the side hip. A moiré ribbon waist sash with a flat bow at left side is placed at seam where skirt and bodice are joined. The garment closes on the left side with a metal zipper.

Object name:

EVENING DRESS

Made from:

Net -- tulle -- crêpe-backed satin

Made in:

USA

Date made:

1943-1946

Size:

H. 16 1/2 in. (shoulder to waist front); H. 15 1/2 in. (shoulder to waist back); Dia. 26 in. (waist circumference); H. 41 in. (waist to hem front); H. 43 in. (waist to hem back); Dia. 180 in. (hem circumference)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

48.97

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973