Summary
This dress was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L circa 1972. The original belt is missing. According to the donor, midi length garments were popular from the late 1960s.
Physical Description
Midi-length long-sleeved cotton dress in grey and white. The shirt bodice is striped and the front opening is buttoned to the waist. The skirt is dark grey and appliqued with rows of black, red, white, brown and orange 'rik-rak' braid. The long sleeves have wide buttoned cuffs. The skirt patterning is repeated in the shoulders and sleeves as patches. Belt is missing.
More Information
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Collection Names
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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, 1970-1972
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1970-1972
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Inscriptions
Label inside back collar: Prue Acton/ AUSTRALIA Label sewn into collar facing: 34
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
123 cm (Height)
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References
RMIT collection
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Keywords
Clothing, Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Women's Clothing, Making History - Prue Acton, Innovation & Design
