Aljean, Brown Wool Plaid Vest and Skirt
Brown, black, tan, and blue wool plaid double-breasted princess seamed v-neck lined vest with six covered buttons and matching straight skirt with side zip and butoned waistband; skirt is lined in back only.
Aljean
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1333
Canada
André Laug, Taupe Wool Suit Jacket and Skirt
Taupe double-faced wool suit jacket and skirt. Jacket is single-breasted with patch pockets and notched lapel. No closure at front. Two-button cuffs. Matching knee-length skirt with a straight silhouette, pin-tucks at waist front and darts at waist back. Zip closure at center back. Slit at back reveals same wool attached to lining. Fully lined.
André Laug, 1931-1984, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Jerry Ann and Victor Costa
HCC_FA_2018_P2-472
Italy
Arnold Scaasi, Brown Wool Blend Jacket and Skirt Suit
Brown abstract pattern wool blend coat with snap button closures. Coat is paired with a brown abstract pattern wool blend skirt. Fully lined with cream silk.
Arnold Scaasi, 1930-2015, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from F. Scott Williams
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-784
United States, Italy
Badgley Mischka, Tan Rayon Blend Lace Strapless Dress
Tan rayon blend lace strapless dress with brown lace on neckline and hem. There is also a brown satin waistband. Dress is fully lined with tan acetate.
Badgley Mischka, 1960-, Designer
2010-2019
Gift from Alexander Chapman
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1294
United States
Bill Blass, Brown and Gold Lurex Chiffon Djellaba
Brown and gold full-length djellaba in Lurex and silk chiffon with kimono sleeves. The ensemble is complete with a bateau neck chocolate brown silk charmeuse blouse and a full length elasticated waist skirt. The blouse is closed with 6 fabric-covered buttons fastened through fabric loops, and one small metal snap. It's also cinched with a charmeuse belt fastened with a diamond-shaped brass belt buckle.
Bill Blass, 1922-2002, Designer
1980-1989
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1637
Unknown
Birger Christensen Copenhagen, Tan Persian Lamb Fur Jacket
Tan persian lamb fur jacket with open front, two pockets and fully-lined brown silk lining.
Birger Christensen Copenhagen (Designed for Marshall Fields and Co.)
1970-1979
Gift from Carol Lane Saber
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-038
United States
Christian Dior, Brown Leather Oxford Pumps
Brown leather oxford pumps with block heels and lace up front. Insole lining consists of dark brown leather. Edge-stitched on exterior of pumps.
Christian Dior, 1905-1957, Designer
1980-1989
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2124
Spain
Courrèges, Brown Wool Dress
A-Line dress in coarse wool twill, lined with acetate. The sleeve is raglan, with a should seam running from neck to sleeve opening, and joining with the bodice in a sharp angle, extending across the body above the breast line in yoke. A bright orange vinyl Courrèges logo is topstitched at center front neck. Side seams are covered with 1.875" top-stitched band of fabric punched with four orange metal snaps on each side, followed by a functional orange plastic heavy-duty zipper (14.5") running along the side seam all the way to high hip. Closure zipper runs along center back and consists of an invisible 19.5" zipper.
Courrèges Paris, André Courrèges, 1927-2016, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Jorge Guillen
HCC_FA_2018-118
France
David Aaron, Giraffe Print Chunky Pumps
Brown and black giraffe print fur chunky pumps with square toes and brown leather insole lining.
David Aaron, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Kay King
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2112
Spain
Chanel, Brown Wool Bouclé Dress Suit Set
Wool bouclé blend Chanel coat with front pockets and matching dress.
Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, 1883-1971, Founder and Designer,
Karl Lagerfeld, 1933-2019, Creative Director and Designer
1990-1999
Gift of Lynn Wyatt
HCC_FA_2018-165
France
Gia Ninno, Multicolored Striped Wool Three Piece Set
Brown, black, and ivory striped double knit wool double breasted, raglan sleeved jacket with two flap pockets; mock turtleneck cap sleeved brown jersey top with narrow black and ivory stripes at base of neck and zipper closure at neck; double knit brown straight skirt with side zipper and two hook and eyes at waistband.
Gia Ninno designs for Joyce
1960-1969
Anonymous Donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1361
Hong Kong
Gianfranco Ferre, Brown Wool Coat
Brown single breasted three quarter length wool coat with oversize flapped and buttoned breast patch pockets, button cuffed full sleeves, inseam pockets, and gathered waistline. Buttons are rimmed, flat, four-hole same color as coat; the bodice is lined in rayon; all orphan edges in skirt portion are bound bias bound in lining fabric.
Gianfranco Ferre, 1944-2007, Designer
1980-1989
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1187
Italy
Gianfranco Ferre, Brown Snake Print Leather Skirt
Brown Leather snake print skirt with button details on back. Fully lined with brown polyester.
Gianfranco Ferre, 1944-2007, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-521
United States
Giorgio Armani, Brown Double-Breasted Pantsuit
Brown wool and rayon blend double-breasted blazer, fully lined with tan cupro; Matching Pants
Giorgio Armani, 1934-, Designer
1980-1989
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-708
Italy, United States
Black Lambskin Coat
Black, lambskin coat with brown fox fur collar.
Harold Russek, 1928-2011
1980-1989
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-61
United States
Brown and Tan High Tie Boots
Brown, leather and tan, canvas high tie shoes.
Harris Shoe Store - Dover N.J.
1910-1919
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-1243
United States
Irene, Black Wool Jacket and Skirt
Black wool skirt suit. Exclusively for The Fashion Houston.
Irene, 1901-1962, Designer
1940-1949
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1220
Unknown
Issey Miyake, Brown and Black Striped Polyester Skirt Ensemble
Striped brown and black polyester pleated long-sleeve top with an elastic band waisted pleated a-line skirt.
Issey Miyake, 1938-2022, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Carol Lane Saber
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-016
Japan
James Galanos, Brown and Black Wool Knit Blouson Dress
Brown and black wool knit blouson dress with brown wool pleated waistband. Dress has pleated puff sleeves with gold buttons on cuffs.
James Galanos, 1924-2016, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-601
United States
James Galanos, Giraffe Print Silk Suit
Giraffe Print silk blend blouse with cotton shoulder pads. There is also a brown and cream patterned pencil skirt and scarf. Fully lined with cream silk.
James Galanos, 1924-2016, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-641
United States
James Galanos, Orange and Black Pattern Silk Charmeuse Ensemble
Orange and black geometric patterned silk charmeuse long sleeve blouse with cotton shoulder pads. There is also an orange and black geometric patterned silk charmeuse pencil skirt and scarf. Fully lined with brown silk.
James Galanos, 1924-2016, Designer
1980-1989
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-630
United States
James Galanos, Orange and Black Geometric Pattern Silk Blend Ensemble
Orange and black geometric abstract patterned silk blend blouse with ruched zipper sleeves. Front bodice has black ribbon approximately 1.5" wide that forms a V-shape. There is also a matching orange and black geometric abstract patterned silk blend pleated skirt.
James Galanos, 1924-2016, Designer
1980-1989
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-634
United States
James Galanos, Yellow and Black Dress
Yellow wool knit top dress with metallic polyester blend skirt. Dress has black and brown beading around neckline and sleeve cuffs. There is also a metallic polyester blend and nylon belt. Lined with black silk charmeuse.
James Galanos, 1924-2016, Designer
1980-1989
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-545
United States
Galanos, Brown Jumpsuit
Brown and black woven chenille long sleeve jumpsuit with invisible zipper closure and at cuffs; fully lined
James Galanos, 1924-2016, Designer
1980-1989
Gift from Jorge Guillen
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1573
USA
Jil Sander, Brown Rayon Suit Jacket and Pants
Brown rayon single-breasted suit jacket and pants with brown and black front bodice closure. Jacket has decorative darts on bodice front, upper welt pockets, and lower flap pockets. Fully-lined with three button closures. Pants are flat front and unlined.
Jil Sander, 1943- , Designer
2000-2009
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1050
Italy
Galliano, Brown Tee Shirt
Brown long circular sleeve with thumbhole, inside elbow gusset and outside elbow gathers tee shirt; front of shirt printed with flower and feather design and John Galliano in blue
John Galliano, 1960-, Designer
2000-2010
Gift from Alex Chapman
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1455
United Kingdom
Minh Hanh, Multicolored Silk Velvet Shrug
Donor note: Self fabric fringed orange, brown, gold and green silk evening shrug with brown velvet tubular sleeve fringe. Coordinating glass bead bib necklace with fringe and flower design in matching colors.
Minh Hanh, 1961 - , Designer
2000-2009
Gift from Kay King
HCC_FA_2018_P2-103
Vietnam
Ralph Lauren, Brown and Tan Wool Three Button Blazer Jacket
Brown and tan wool three button blazer with asymmetrical collar and double pocket on right hip. Fully lined with brown silk.
Ralph Lauren, 1939-, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Alexander Chapman
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1255
United States
Revillon Boutique, Brown Mink Paws Jacket
Brown mink paws jacket with two hook and eyes and one button for front closure. Collar, cuffs, and waistline hem consists of rib knitting. Jacket is fully lined with gold silk lining.
Revillon Boutique
1970-1979
Gift from Carol Lane Saber
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-058
United States
Saks Fifth Avenue, Brown Russian Squirrel Fur Coat Dress
Brown Russian squirrel fur coat fully lined brown polyester lining and a matching brown leather belt.
Revillon for Saks Fifth Avenue
1980-1989
Gift from Carol Lane Saber
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-025
United States
Reza Khan, Tan Wool Crepe Dress with Brown and Tan Cropped Jacket
Tan wool crepe dress with pleating on left waistline. There is also a tan wool crepe cropped jacket with brown detailing. Fully lined with brown silk charmeuse and buckram in shoulders.
Reza Khan, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Harriet Rosmarin Gertner
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-188
United States
Rina Barbagli, Brown and Gray Tweed Dress Suit Set
Brown and gray tweed suit jacket with fringe on the lapel. There is also a matching tweed belt with a brass buckle and a matching tweed suit dress.
Rina Barbagli, Designer
1950-1959
Gift from Elizabeth Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1161
Unknown
S. & J. B., Brown Dress
Brown silk georgette dress with printed underlayer and brown beadwork.
S. & J. B. Paris. New York.
1920-1929
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-504
Unknown
Scuby Furs Victoria B.C., Brown Striped Raccoon Fur
Brown raccoon fur coat. Fully lined interior and leather finishings on the inside.
Scuby Furs Victoria B.C.
1970-1979
Gift from Carol Lane Saber
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-046
Canada
Silk Fashions Ltd., Tan Wool Dress Coat Ensemble
Tan and ivory plaid double-knit wool single breasted raglan sleeved coat with three front covered buttons, tan edging at neck, front opening, and two faux side pocket flaps; cap sleeve double-knit top with sewn on bias plaid mock turtle neck, small front pocket, and 8.5" zip at center back; and matching plaid fully lined double-knit straight skirt with side zip and hook and bar waistband closure.
Silk Fashions (Canada) Ltd.
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1348
British Crown Colony of Hong Kong
Amfarco, Coat and Dress Ensemble
Gold, gray, brown buffalo check shift dress with matching gold swing belt. The coat is reversible: one side is gold, gray, brown buffalo check while the other side is silver.
Star of Siam, Amfarco
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-265
Thailand
Mugler, Tan and Brown Wool Suit Jacket
Tan worsted wool fitted jacket with raglan sleeves, brown corduroy facings and cuff underlining. Jackets consists of five silver square front snaps and twelve panels. Front open panel on lower edge of jacket about 7" length. Folded cuffs. Fully-lined with black silk lining.
Thierry Mugler, 1948- , Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Alexander Chapman
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1015
France
Brown Quilted Petticoat
Brown, quilted petticoat with blue and gray felted trim.
Unknown designer
1860-1869
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-1387
Unknown
Brown Brogues
Brown leather and canvas brogues with a ribbed sole.
Unknown designer
1870-1879
Gift of Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-1269
Unknown
Brown Ostrich Leather Handbag
Brown ostrich leather handbag with top clasp and handle, interior kisslock compartment and a small interior open pocket. Interior material is a gold taffeta with cotton interfacing and kisslock compartment interior of white leather.
Unknown designer
1930-1939
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1958
Unknown
Brown Velvet Dress
Brown velvet dress with gathered side waist and velvet and cream bow.
Unknown designer
1920-1929
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018-531
Unknown
Brown Peplum Bodice
Brown, wool bodice with black, silk details and gold buttons.
Unknown designer
1880-1889
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-872
Unknown
Brown Bustle Petticoat
Brown, cotton petticoat with horizontal bustle boning, silk hem and one pocket on the right side.
Unknown designer
1870-1879
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-888
Unknown
Brown Silk Petticoat
Brown, silk petticoat with accordion pleated back and green lining at hem.
Unknown designer
1870-1879
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-1522
Unknown
Brown Silk Gown
Brown silk gown with velvet jacquard and lace details.
Unknown designer
1910-1919
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-1937
Unknown
Brown Overbust Corset
Brown, cotton twill, overbust corset with light blue topstitching and lace accents.
Unknown designer
1880-1889
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-2289
Unknown
Brown Lizard Clutch Purse
Brown lizard leather clutch purse with marbled celluloid frame and clasp. Clasp has a hinged arm for the closure. Interior is lined with tan cotton fabric. Back side has a leather strap attached vertically to create a handle.
Unknown designer
1930-1939
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1991
Unknown
Mouse Brown Silk Velvet Pillbox Hat
Soft pillbox hat (round brimless hat) embroidered with wooden rosettes (painted red, charcoal, ocher, olive) secured with glass-beaded strings.
Unknown designer
1940-1949
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2369
Unknown
Multi-Coloured Silk Print Furisode
Orange, maroon, pink, white, green, orchid silk print furisode, peach lining, gold thread embroidery embellishment.
Unknown designer
Unknown
Gift From Louise Conway
HCC_FA_2021_PT3-1739
Japan
Red, Brown, and Beige Straw Shoulder Bag
Red, brown, and beige straw bag worked in geometric patterns.
Unknown designer
Unknown
Gift from Elizbeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_PT3-1757
Panama