Summary
This suit was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1966. The design was one of Prue Acton's first awards, in the Garment Section of the 1966 Australian Wool Fashion Awards.
Physical Description
Navy woollen double-breasted military style mini coat fastened with 7 brass buttons (one is missing). The coat has shoulder epaulettes with brass button decorating peaked lapels and has two flap pockets. The back has two inverted pleats and lined with navy rayon.
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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, 1967
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1967
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Inscriptions
Label inside back collar: Prue Acton/ AUSTRALIA Label centre back below collar: 46
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overall dimensions
94 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
