Summary
This dress was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L circa 1969. According to the donor it was on of the first bonded knit designs made in Australia. It was also worn by a model for Prue Acton's 25th Anniversary Parade in 1988.
Physical Description
Black cotton sleeveless jumpsuit with cream knitted ribbed bodice bound in black with cream stitching. A long zippered opening is at the centre back. The pants have large patch pockets at each side.
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, 1968-1969
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1968-1969
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Inscriptions
Label inside back collar: Prue Acton/ AUSTRALIA Label upper right of zippered opening: 34 Labels left side bodice seam: 42, 49, 12
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Classification
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
145 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
1400 mm (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
