Evening dress
Category
Costume
Date
1955 - 1960
Materials
Synthetic, cotton and metal
Measurements
1500 x 2000 mm
Collection
Springhill, County Londonderry
NT 604432
Summary
Woman’s dress. Evening dress of emerald green synthetic brocade with grass green roses. Sleeveless with cross over pleating at front of bodice and very full flared skirt. CB opening fastens with metal zipper. Large bow and sash CB. Skirt lining of loosely woven cotton with light dressing and large frill of heavily stiffened cotton attached around hem. Lining loosely attached inside dress at waist. Label reads "Russell Stuart Model, London W1".
Provenance
Knole
Marks and inscriptions
Inner seam, centre back.: Label reads "Russell Stuart Model, London W1".