Sorelle Fontana, Blue Matelassé Dress and Detachable Waistband with Back Peplum
Description
Blue matelassé dress with fitted waist. There is also a blue matelassé detachable waistband with pleated back peplum. Both items are fully lined with navy silk georgette.
Brown net party dress with pink and green floral lace embroidery and green, velvet sash at waistline.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1950-1959
Contributor
Anonymous donor
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-2013
Coverage
United States
Extent
Bust: 40" Waist: 28.75"
Curator Notes
Good condition. Tear in netting on right arm shows evidence of conservation attempt. Floral embroidery at shoulders show evidence of light fading. Purchased from Nan Pendleton Dress Shop in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Light blue graded to deep teal ombre fur and felt hat along with pink, hatbox.
Creator
Elsa Schiaparelli, 1890-1973, Designer
Date
1950-1959
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-1000
Coverage
Italy
Extent
21.25" Circumference
Curator Notes
Good condition. Slight discoloration at crown of hat and grosgrain ribbon starting to fray. Damage around edges and top of hat box along with water spots.