Coatee
Category
Costume
Date
1930
Materials
Chiffon, Rayon, Silk
Measurements
350 mm (Length)730 mm (W)560 mm (Length)
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Killerton, Devon
NT 1366418.2
Summary
Coat; Coatee - Part of a pale pink printed chiffon dress, chiffon printed with orange, green, and white abstract floral motif. Matching coatee and tie belt. Coatee, short waisted edge-to-edge, gathered full length sleeves. Trimmed with ruffle over shoulder and back.
Provenance
Worn by donor as wedding dress. Letter in file explains how she ironed the dress for the big day and melted the rayon lining near the hem - repaired with pink paper.