Summary
This dress was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1965.
It was specially made for the donor to wear to America in the mid 1960s with a matching coat.
Physical Description
Sleeveless A-line blue linen mini dress with white, wide stand-up collar. Fastened with zipper at back of collar to lower back of garment. Lined with blue silk. Matching coat 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, 1965
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1965
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User
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Inscriptions
Attached to back lining: 34 Left shoulder seam: 12
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Brand Names
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Classification
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
92 cm (Height)
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Clothing, Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Making History - Prue Acton, Innovation & Design
