Summary
Yellow bridesmaid's dress, made from the Vogue Americana pattern No. 2101, based on an Oscar de la Renta design.
The pattern was possibly included in the Vogue Pattern Book of April/May 1969.
Physical Description
Bright yellow self-coloured brocade full length dress with brown sequined decoration. Dress is sleeveless with off-white V-neck collar of chantony weave synthetic silk. Back opening is fastened with a zip and skirt slightly gathered at waistline, and slightly A-line. Braid sewn around neckline and two ends meet at front of waist consists of interwoven burgundy coloured sequins and shiny beading strands of the same colour sewn together. A belt goes with it consisting of a double-sided strip of yellow brocade with stiffened fabric inside. Two hook and eyes attached to ends for fastening. Two paw shaped motifs sewn onto centre of band consist of same brown braid as above.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Penelope (Penny) Morison, 10 Sep 1991
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Other Association (See Comments)
Vogue Americana
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Overall Dimensions
78 cm (Length), 148 cm (Height)
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