Summary
Hat in navy and white gros-grain, the navy decorated with white stitched lines and vice versa. . Designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1984. It was worn by the donor with the 'Concorde' ensemble (SH 942111) to the 1984 Melbourne Cup.
Prue Acton's Melbourne Cup clothing was specially designed for her to draw attention to Australian designers and in particular her forthcoming winter range.
Physical Description
Hat in navy and white gros-grain, the navy decorated with white stitched lines and vice versa. Hat sits close to the head, the brim turned up and forming a peak at the side. Lined in white polyester. A white bobby-pin is sewn inside.
More Information
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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, 1984
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Designer
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1984
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User
Prue Acton, Flemington, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1984
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
31 cm (Height)
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Dimensions
19 cm (Length), 31 cm (Width), 8 cm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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Maximum dimensions
290 mm (Length), 187 mm (Width), 100 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Horse Racing, Melbourne Cup Racing Carnival, Women's Clothing Accessories, Making History - Prue Acton
