Black Satin and Chiffon Dress With Fur
Black satin evening dress, with longsleeved black silk chiffon overdress withpleated waist band and black fur on hemline.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1157
Unknown
Saks Fifth Avenue, Black Bias Cut Bengaline Swing Coat with Fur Collar
Black bias cut bengaline swing coat with snap bow closure below collar, brown russian squirrel fur on collar. Fully lined with black silk charmeuse.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1176
United States
Leonard Arkin, Black and Green Silk Dress and Coat
Green silk with small black square dots shift dress. There is also a matching swing coat in reverse fabric of black with green squares.
Leonard Arkin, Designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1124
USA
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
Bill Blass, Tan Colored Cashmere Coat
Tan colored cashmere coat with chain detail. Lined with camel colored acetate.
Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner, 1922-2002, Designer
1960-1969
Gift from Beverly Maurice
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1195
USA
Tina Leser, Indian Brocade Silk Gown
Long sleeve empire waist Indian brocade sari silk gown; full lining and purple satin facings at neck, cuffs, slit, and hem.
Tina Leser, 1910-1986, Custom Design for Isabell Gerhart
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1463
USA
Pat Sandler, Black Rhinestone Polyester Knit Juliet Sleeve Dress
Black polyester knit with purl side out, juliet sleeve dress with rhinestoned applique motifs throughout.
Pat Sandler, Designer
1980-1989
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1016
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
Leonard, Multicolored Skirt Suit
Orange tweed with multi-colored silk button down jacket with floral silk print on collar and pockets. There is also a matching skirt with floral silk print on waist and hem. Both are fully lined with orange polyester charmeuse.
Leonard
2000-2009
Gift from Victor and Jerry Ann Costa
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1210
France
Christian Dior, Navy Wool Nylon Blend Abstract Floral Bodice Dress
Navy wool nylon blend long sleeve dress with abstract floral embroidered pattern on bodice.
Christian Dior, 1905-1957, Designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1073
France
Charles Cooper, Bright Green Silk Noil Twill Sleeveless Dress
Bright green silk noile twill dress with shoulder darts, front and back pleats, and custom gold spanish coin style button details.
Charles Cooper, 1901-1969, Designer
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1061
Unknown
Oscar De La Renta, Navy Ribbed Cotton Blend Dress
Navy ribbed cotton blend dress with double-breasted custom gold buttons.
Oscar de la Renta, 1932-2014, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Victor and Jerry Ann Costa
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-872
Spain, United States
Multicolored Floral Print Velveteen Ensemble
Multicolored floral pattern velveteen button-down vest with a chinese collar and rhinestoned metal buttons. There is also a pleated pink silk cumberbund with rhinestoned buttons. The ensemble also has a pair of multicolored floral patterned culotte style pants.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-858
Unknown
Givenchy, Green Wool Blend Knit Dress
Green wool blend knit dress with custom Julius Caesar themed gold buttons. Fully lined with green silk charmeuse.
Hubert de Givenchy, 1927-2018, Designer
1990-1999
Gift from Victor and Jerry Ann Costa
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-910
France, United States
Emanuel Ungaro, Teal Brushed Wool with Black Velvet Dress
Teal brushed wool dress with black rayon velvet yoke and cuffs, and ruffle details. Dress has fitted waistband with pleating on skirt and lower bodice.
Emanuel Ungaro, 1933-2019, Designer
1980-1989
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-850
France, United States
Jacqueline de Ribes, Red Silk Satin Long Evening Dress
Red silk satin long evening dress with ruched bodice, gathers at empire waist, and heavy draping over shoulders which end with draping on the back. Dress has boning and built-in bustier in bodice.
Jacqueline de Ribes, 1929-, Designer
1980-1989
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-845
Rome
Lanvin, Black Velvet Jacket and Skirt
Lanvin black velvet jacket with black jewel buttons and purple silk ruffles on collar and cuffs. Fully lined with black polyester.
Lanvin
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-836
France, United States
Mollie Parnis, Maroon Ultrasuede Dress With Belt
Maroon ultrasuede day dress with maroon ultra-suede belt. Dress has 2" folded cuffs and four buttons on front with a hook-and-eye closure.
Mollie Parnis, 1899-1992, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-1056
United States
Pierre Balmain, Tan With White Polka-Dots Wool Knit Suit
Tan with white polka-dot wool knit jacket with cream trim on collar and pockets. There is also a white on tan polka-dot wool knit pleated skirt.
Pierre Balmain, 1914-1982, Designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-730
France, United States
Oscar De La Renta, Aqua Crushed Velvet Dress
Aqua crushed velvet dress with red woven cotton detailing on neckline and pockets. There is also a leather-backed waistband with beadwork and cotton detailing.
Oscar de la Renta, 1932-2014, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Alexander Chapman
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-693
Spain, United States
Christian Dior, Black Velvet and Yellow Polyester Blend Quilted Dress
Black velvet double-breasted bodice dress with thin straps and woven polyester edging around the neckline. The dress has a polyester blend quilted skirt, fully lined with yellow silk charmeuse.
Christian Dior, 1905-1957, Designer
1970-1979
Gift from Alexander Chapman
HCC_FA_2021_pt3-682
France, United States
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
Ivory Wool Cape with Dark Brown Binding and Applique
Ivory wool cape with ribbon and ricrac applique embellishment and trim at all edges including band collar; two patch pockets; two welt hand slits; black lining.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Gift from Perry McCall
HCC_FA_2021_PT3-1429
Guatemala
Priscilla Kidder, Pink Silk Moire Taffeta White House Wedding Bridesmaid Dress
Pink silk moire taffeta short sleeved A-line bridesmaid dress with 1.25" bias covered cording at neckline, hem, and sleeves; princess line seams from the bust to the hem, empire seam across the back where the center seam zipper is concealed by a 9 covered button overlap with hook closures at the cross seam and neck; the side seam Neiman Marcus label is embroidered in gold thread . The dress was worn by bridesmaid, Betty Beale, at the White House wedding of Lyndon B. Johnson's daughter, Luci Baines on Aug. 6, 1966. The hem is embroidered in cream with "Gown by Priscilla of Boston for the White House Wedding of Luci Baines Johnson on the 6th day of August 1966 Betty Beal."
Priscilla of Boston/Priscilla Kidder, 1916-2003, Designer
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2019_P2-2544
United States
Saks Fifth Avenue, Multicolored Floral Silk Pumps
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
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2055
United States
Newton Elkin, Pink Patent Leather Peep Toe High Heels
Pink patent leather peep toe slingback 3-1/2" Modified French heel evening shoes with leather soles and lining, satin insole, pink silk rosebuds on glitter and glass tiles at heels and vamp decoration, slingback strap buckle is antique gold tone and crystal studded
Newton Elkin Shoe Co., sold at Sakowitz
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2088
United States
Multicolored Tinsel Hat
Multicolored tinsel turban style hat with 3 azure faux gems.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2433
Unknown
Black Velvet Mandarin Hat
Black velvet and felt Mandarin hat with gold and pearl finial
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Gift from Estate of Waller Staley
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2379
Unknown
Pinehurst, Shades of Rose, Velvet and Satin, Pillbox Hat
Velvet and satin crown ribbon sewn at edges to form stripes surrounded by woven ribbons in three shades of rose around crown and sides of pillbox hat; net attached to front half of hat at crown. Label identifies B. Altman & Co. Fifth Ave.
Pinehurst
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2353
United States
Damozel, Hot Pink Velvet Ribbon Pillbox Hat
Hot pink velvet ribbon flowers pillbox hat with front net and two three tooth combs, one on each side; the flowers are formed of gathered ribbon petals and a knotted ribbon center, there is one flower in the center of the crown and seven flowers around the circumference.
Damozel of New York
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2347
United States
Multicolored Pheasant Feather Pillbox Hat
Feather pillbox hat, natural pheasant feathers and red, green, black, and white feathers on satin over net
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2319
United States
Amrose New York for Bonwit Teller, Red White and Navy Straw Beret
Red, white, and navy concentric circles straw beret with navy ribbon embellishment from hat center toward back,
Amrose New York for Bonwit Teller
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2314
United States
Pan American Airlines Stewardess Cap
Blue Pan Am stewardess cotton twill beret cap with white accent on top.
Mae Hanauer Inc.
1960-1969
Elizabeth Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2497
United States
Verdi, Black and Orange Tapestry Handbag
Black and orange tapestry handbag with orange floral accents and single black leathered handle. Handbag consists of white leather lining inside with thick, gold clasp for closure and interior side pockets with gold zipper.
Verdi
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2014
Unknown
Meyers, Gray Patent Leather Box Purse
Gray patent leather, rectangular-shaped, box purse with gold, metallic rounded square corners and gold clasp for closure. Purse has black interior with inside pockets and one handle.
Meyers
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1940
United States
Christian Dior New York Inc., Brown Wool Jacket and Skirt Ensemble
Brown, green and white wool jacket and skirt from thread braided together.
Christian Dior, 1905-1957, Designer
1960-1969
Perry McCall
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1465
United States
Courrèges, Creme and Gray Wool Mini-Dress
Creme and gray wool mini-dress with peter pan collar and gray, wool belt on waistline.
André Courrèges, 1923-2016, Designer
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1453
France
Tuffin and Foale for Youthquake, Yellow Vinyl Dress
Yellow, vinyl a-line dress.
Tuffin and Foale for Youthquake
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1435
United Kingdom
Ivory, Cotton Button-up and Pants Ensemble
Ivory, cotton button-up long sleeves made with Houston Chronicle newspaper print.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Gift from Beverly Maurice
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1423
United States
Atelier by Gayle Kirkpatrick, Pink Knit Mini-Dress
Pink, knit mini dress with mirrored plastic discs appliqué.
Atelier by Gayle Kirkpatrick
1960-1969
Gift from Judy Robinson
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1416
United States
Potato Sack Burlap Dress
Shift dress made from burlap potato sack.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1428
United States
Pink and Yellow Paper Dress
Pink and yellow geometric patterned paper dress.
Unknown designer
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1367
United States
Highland Queen, Green and Red Wool Plaid Mackintosh Suit
Green and red wool plaid mackintosh with two faux side pockets and matching pencil skirt.
Highland Queen
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1443
Canada
Art Knitting Toronto Beige Knit Three Piece Set
Beige double-knit three quarter sleeve jacket with floral bouquet and bow embroidered on right front shoulder and left front waist; the bodice pieces are used horizontally allowing turned facings with a green band at center front edges; the set-in sleeves are vertical with a green band at the hems, and a green edging is applied at the round neckline; the jacket closes with a single covered button and crocheted loop. The beige double-knit short sleeved top has applied beige edging at the round neckline and closes with a 15.5" zip at center back. The beige double-knit straight skirt is fully lined with a side zip and button at waistband.
Art Knitting Toronto
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018_P2-1318
Unknown
Geoffrey Beene, Black, Green and White Dress
Black, green and white silk halter dress.
Geoffrey Beene, 1924-2004, Designer
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018-2001
United States
Pink Linen Skirt
Pink linen skirt with multicolored, floral raffia embroidery.
Made for Tesoro's
1950s
Perry McCall
HCC_FA_2018-946
Philippines
Kay Selig, Yellow Taffeta Bridesmaids Dress
Yellow, taffeta bridesmaid dress with white, linen tulle petticoat.
Kay Selig, Designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-324
United States
Don Loper, Blue Pan Am Stewardess Uniform
Blue, cotton, twill woven Pan Am stewardess uniform.
Don Loper, 1906-1972, Designer
1960-1969
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
HCC_FA_2018-313
United States
Oscar de la Renta Boutique, Orange Organza Evening Dress
Orange organza evening dress woven with gold and green decorative cellophane thread. It has beading embellishment on sleeve and skirt hem.
Oscar de la Renta Boutique, Oscar de la Renta, 1932-2014, Designer,
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018-238
Unknown
Vinchi, Cream Ramie Coat and Dress Ensemble
Cream, heavyweight, ramie coat and dress ensemble with decorative beaded design.
Vinchi
1960-1969
Anonymous donor
HCC_FA_2018-50
China