Suit skirt
Madeleine
Category
Costume
Date
1970
Materials
Wool, silk and rayon
Measurements
750 mm (L); 610 mm (L)
Place of origin
Baker Street
Collection
Dudmaston, Shropshire
NT 814785.3
Summary
Ivory/beige skirt from a three piece suit hand knitted in vertical bands of stocking and plain stitch giving pleated effect. Straight to hem with zip fastening. Lengthened at waist with fabric band. Original elastic band resewn to fabric band and additional piece let-in. The original elastic has pockets for stiffening. Hooks and eyes.
Provenance
Bought and worn by Lady Labouchere (b.1908)
Makers and roles
Madeleine