Summary
This outfit was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1980. It was worn by the donor with a reptile skin belt (SH 942083) and shoes (SH 942084) to accept her `Advance Australia' Award in 1980 (SH 942239.) It was also worn by a model for Prue Acton's 25th Anniversary Parade in 1988. The reptile trim seen on this dress was an earlier version of the `Mock Croc' theme developed in 1986.
Physical Description
Black wool crepe dress with reptile skin decorative trim at neck and cuffs. Dress is mid-calf in length and has long sleeves and padded shoulders. Fastened at back with zip.
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, 1980
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1980
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User
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1980 or later
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Inscriptions
Labels inside back neck: 1,15,25,18,26,27
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Brand Names
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Classification
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
116 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
