Cocktail dress
Violet Yorke Ltd
Category
Costume
Date
circa 1955
Materials
Rayon, synthetic and metal
Measurements
1180 x 1000 mm
Place of origin
Baker Street
Collection
Springhill, County Londonderry
NT 602840
Summary
Woman’s dress. Black rayon taffeta mid calf cocktail dress. Capped sleeves and flared skirt. Shaped neck with horizontal pleat detail, decorated on either side with three buttons at front. Shoulders pleated to form sleeve caps. CB opening fastens with metal zipper. Belt - Self covered with metal fabric covered buckle and metal eyelets. Leatherette lining.
Makers and roles
Violet Yorke Ltd