Summary
This camisole was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1980.
A similar garment was part of the costumes worn by American actress Barbara Parkins in the Australian film ' Breakfast in Paris', released in 1981. Parkins, who played the leading female role, loved the clothes and asked to keep them for herself to "show off around the world".
Physical Description
Long-sleeves blouse in olive coloured silk georgette. Elasticized neckline has a big ruffle in same fabric with rose pattern printed on. Sleeves have elasticized and ruffled cuffs.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 21 Nov 1994
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Manufacturer
Prue Acton Pty. Ltd. (and/or Contractors), Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1980
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1980
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Inscriptions
Fabric labels sewn inside back of neck. Nos. 1, 11, 12, 40
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
75 cm (Height)
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Clothing, Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Films, Making History - Prue Acton, Innovation & Design
