Silk chiffon, bias cut, floral dress with matching belt and cream, silk slip dress.
Creator
Nan Duskin sold at Saks Fifth Avenue
Date
1930-1939
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-2044
Coverage
United States
Extent
Bust: 36.5" Waist: 26"
Curator Notes
Good condition. Evidence of conservation attempt at some point in garment history. Fabric covering buttons and button loops disintegrating, therefore the back has not been buttoned all the way. A weight has been sewn onto the neckline to create the cowl shape. The NRA label indicates the National Recovery Act voluntary program initiated by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1930s.
Black and white polka dot pointed heels with a decorative bow sewn on elastic band for better fit. Pumps consist of black leather lining and the heels are tapered with 3 1/4".
Creator
Sacha London for Saks Fifth Avenue
Date
1990-1999
Contributor
Anonymous donor
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2137
Coverage
United Kingdom
Extent
Size 7B
Curator Notes
Excellent condition. Sole is slighly worn. The label indicates this piece was sold at Saks Fifth Avenue.
Cream silk short-sleeve wedding dress with bows at scalloped neckline. Tiny pleats at waist. Detachable waistband inside the dress to imitate tighter waistline fit. Inside seams are hand-sewn on edges. Attached dress shields with label. Half inner skirt petticoat. Back closure consists of zipper and snaps.
Creator
Salon Moderne, Saks Fifth Avenue
Date
1950-1959
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1472
Coverage
United States
Extent
Bust: 36" Waist: 28"
Curator Notes
Fair condition. Garment show signs of wear and has strong odor. Slight stains on inside.
Predominantly red floral silk leather soled and lined 3" continental heeled Saks Fifth Avenue pumps with pleating and rhinestone buckle at vamp and satin insole, Fenton last
Saks Fifth Avenue, Brown Russian Squirrel Fur Coat Dress
Description
Brown Russian squirrel fur coat fully lined brown polyester lining and a matching brown leather belt.
Creator
Revillon for Saks Fifth Avenue
Date
1980-1989
Contributor
Gift from Carol Lane Saber
Identifier
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-025
Coverage
United States
Extent
Unable to measure due to nature of material
Curator Notes
Good condition. Fur is slightly deteriorating in some areas of the coat. The label indicates this garment was purchased at Saks Fifth Avenue. Carol Lane Saber embroidered name on the inside of coat
Saks Fifth Avenue, Black Bias Cut Bengaline Swing Coat with Fur Collar
Description
Black bias cut bengaline swing coat with snap bow closure below collar, brown russian squirrel fur on collar. Fully lined with black silk charmeuse.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1960-1969
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1176
Coverage
United States
Extent
Not able to measure due to nature of design
Curator Notes
Good condition. The label indicates this piece was sold at Saks Fifth Avenue. A tag appears to have have been cut out of inner seam, it looks to possibly be a union workers label.