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
André Laug, Gray and Antique Ivory Silk Dress
Grey and antique ivory alternating wide striped silk jacquard shift dress layered over knife pleated skirt of same fabric, bracelet length sleeves with two short darts at sleeve cap, shift is mid-thigh length with inverted box pleats at front shoulder dart position and open patch pockets two stripes wide and matched to shift stripes, back shoulder darts are stitched at juncture of stripes and therefore not noticeable, shift is fully lined in white, skirt is attached to a silk layer which hangs loose from the neck and armhole lines, there are two zippers, the inner zipper is nylon and the outer zipper has very fine metal teeth, one hook serves both zips, shoulder pads include tape and snap bra strap holders
André Laug, 1931-1984, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from F. Scott Williams
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1501
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
Arnold Scaasi, Red Pinstriped Wool Jacket Ensemble
Red pinstriped wool jacket with black and white polka dot silk blend cuff inserts. Jacket has black plastic buttons and is fully lined with black silk. There is also a red pinstriped wool skirt, fully lined with black silk.
Arnold Scaasi, 1930-2015, Designer
1980-1989
Gift from F. Scott Williams
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-688
United States
Bernard Perris, Gold and Yellow Wool Jacket
Gold and Yellow wool coat with pleated puff sleeves. The coat has padding in shoulders and is fully lined with yellow wool.
Bernard Perris, 1936-, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-506
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
Bill Blass, Red Ultras Suede Dress
Red, Ultra Suede dress with belt closure
Bill Blass, 1922-2002, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Estate of Waller Straley
HCC_FA_2018-111
United States
Bill Blass, Tan Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Dress
Tan silk chiffon empire waist dress with bell sleeves. There is a tan satin ribbon around waist and the dress has a handkerchief hem.
Bill Blass, 1922-2002, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Jorge Guillen
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-625
United States
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
Black Floral Tapestry Evening Purse
Black floral tapestry evening purse with bronze kiss lock and gold chain handle. There are three side pockets inside the purse; one pocket on one side and two pockets on the other side.
Unknown designer
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1919
Unknown
Bridal Couture LTD., White Silk Linen Wedding Dress
White, silk linen wedding dress with cream, floral embroidered design and trim.
Bridal Couture LTD
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-957
England
Brown and Teal Leather Sleeveless Patchwork Vest
Leather sleeveless vest with brown, tan, and teal diamond-shaped patchwork, lined with purple polyester.
Unknown designer
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-752
United States, United Kingdom
Brown Velvet Dress
Brown velvet dress with rhinestone gold ribbon trim details. Fully lined with brown cotton.
Unknown designer, sold at Sakowitz
1960-1969
Gift from Beverly Maurice
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-810
United States
Candie's, Red High Heel Mules
Red plastic patent leather like high heel molded plastic soled mule.
Candie's
1970-1979
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2069
United States
Chanel, Green and Gold Brocade Dress Suit
Green and gold brocade coat and dress woven with metallic gold and purple thread with gold, ribbon trim detail.
Coco Chanel, 1883-1971, Founder and Designer;
Karl Lagerfeld, 1933-2019, Creative Director and Designer
1970-1979
Gift of Lynn Wyatt
HCC_FA_2018-2242
France
Chanel, Pink and Purple Three-Piece Skirt Suit
Pink and purple wool jacket and skirt with pink, cellophane woven check blouse.
Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, 1883-1971, Founder and Designer
1970-1979
Gift of Lynn Wyatt
HCC_FA_2018-133
France
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
Diane Von Furstenberg, Blue Polyester Georgette Wrap Dress
Blue cap sleeve polyester georgette wrap dress with orange piping and orange reverse on waist tie.
Diane Von Furstenberg, 1946-, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-777
United States
Estévez, Pink Chiffon Off-Shoulder Gown and Waist Sash
Pink chiffon off-shoulder gown with ruffles along neckline. Gown has buttoned lantern sleeves and a waist sash. Gown is fully lined with pink polyester.
Luis Estévez, 1930-2014
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1250
Unknown
Geoffrey Beene, Navy Polka-Dot Silk Dress and Belt
Navy polka-dot silk long sleeved dress with tie collar and snap button cuffs. There is also a navy snake pattern leather belt.
Geoffrey Beene, 1927-2004, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-989
United States
Givenchy, Blue Wool Knit Dress
Patterned long-sleeved wool knit printed dress in varying shades of blue with ribbed knit neckline, cuffs, and yoke. With matching waist tie.
Hubert de Givenchy, 1927-2018, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Estate of Waller Staley
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-658
Italy
Green Embroidered Sheepskin Vest
Green embroidered sheepskin vest; wool side turned to outside at all edges to function as trim.
Unknown designer
1969-1972
Gift from Elizabeth S Brown
HCC_FA_2021_PT3-1483
Iran
Jean-Louis Scherrer, Dark Blue Four Ply Silk Denim Jacket
Dark blue four ply silk denim button-down jacket with triple epaulette shoulders. Jacket has denim covered buttons and matching waist tie.
Jean-Louis Scherrer, 1935-2013, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Victor and Jerry Ann Costa
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-949
France
Jeanne Lanvin, Multicolored Swing Coat
Multicolored, swing coat with loosely woven chunky wool yarn.
Jeanne Lanvin, 1867-1946, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from F. Scott Williams
HCC_FA_2018-2
France
Leonard Tuttman, Red and Black Patterned Jersey Knit Dress
Red and black pattern jersey knit dress with patterned waistband and hem. The dress has lace tie neckline.
Leonard Tuttman, Designer
1970-1979
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-817
United States
Norman Norell, Red Coat
Red, wool, double-breasted coat.
Norman Norell, 1900-1972, Designer
1970-1979
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018-245
United States
Oscar de la Renta, Black Sequin Jacket
Black, sequin evening jacket with starburst pattern on black lace over net fabric.
Oscar de la Renta, 1932-2014, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1404
United States
Oscar de la Renta, Red Silk Dupioni Short Evening Dress
Red silk dupioni short evening dress with squared neckline and long sleeves.
Oscar de la Renta, 1932-2014, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-769
Spain, United States
Pearls of Pakistan, Multicolored Silk Rayon Plissé Coat
Silk, rayon plissé, floor-length coat embellished with gold embroidery, beads and sequins with a red, silk lining.
Pearls of Pakistan
1970-1979
Gift from Joanne King Herring
HCC_FA_2018-107
Pakistan
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
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
Yves Saint Laurent, Black Wool Crepe Cropped Jacket
Black wool crepe cropped jacket with blue and white wool detailing.
Yves Saint Laurent, 1936 -2008, Designer
1980-1989
Carol Isaac Barden
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-517
France, United States
Zandra Rhodes, Multicoloured Pleated Silk Jacket
Heat pleated, bronze silk with pink, turquoise, and peach feather motif hand painted accents on sleeves and ruffle; dolman sleeves extending from center back and neckline; outer ruffle piece encircles entire garment with seam at bottom center back: bottom, front opening and neck
Zandra Rhodes, 1940-, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Sylvia P. Sullivan
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1512
England