Summary
This mini dress was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1969. The graphic design motif was inspired by french desinger Courrege.This example was originally worn by the donor, and was a favourite of hers.
It was worn by a model in the donor's 25th Anniversary Parade in 1988.
In 2005, it was used in a fashion parade at the Sydney Convention Centre to lauch the Australia Post Legends series that year, featuring six Australian fasthion designers, including Prue Acton.
Physical Description
Bonded polyester knit A-line mini dress with black skirt and brown bodice. A bright pink inverted triangle is appliqued to the front bodice. Short black sleeves are bound in orange, and the round neckline is bound in pink The garment is fastened at the back with a zipper from neck to lower back. Masking tape marked "1969" inside neck (now removed)
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, 1969
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1969
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User
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Inscriptions
Fabric label sewn inside back of neck :34 Label inside side seam reads: C1 ACTON
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Brand Names
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Classification
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
80 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
760 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
