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Dress with floral fabric
a) Cocktail dress of black polyester-silk blend brocade with large-scale white floral motif with large flat green leaves on a black ground (with the motif focused on the neckline, sleeves, and bottom half of the skirt); jewel neckline, short set-in sleeves, bodice constructed of six panels, natural waistline, skirt with large inverted box pleats that align with the panels in the bodice, skirt hemline reinforced with crinoline, pockets at side seams of skirt, center back zipper, lined in silk, Hong Kong seams. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, 12, R19 b) Stole of lightweight cotton gauze dyed with identical floral motif
Sequin jumpsuit
Jumpsuit of multicolored, hand embroidered sequins in trompe l'oeil textile appearing as crocheted wool yarn squares. Sequin work accomplished through sequin sequencing, which is accomplished partially through digital technology. Long, flared sleeves; bell bottom pant legs. Rounded neckline. Center back zipper closure. Designer label: Ashish
Embroidered dress
Cocktail dress and belt. a) Cocktail dress of red silk faille with machine embroidered floral motifs (in pinks, greens, yellows, reds, white, and blue) throughout skirt with a few vines reaching onto bodice, jewel neckline, full set-in short sleeves, center front hidden button placket covering red round buttons from middle of skirt to neckline, vertical darts from waistline to bust, natural waistline, darts from waistline down full tea-length skirt, pockets at side seams, fully lined in red silk. Label: Oscar de la Renta, R19, 10. b) Narrow belt covered in self fabric with hidden metal hardware/punched holes and self-covered loop on underside of belt
Floral dress
a) Evening dress of black organza with large-scale woven floral pattern of gladiolus and other flowers in blue, pink, red, purple, and white with green leaves throughout, jewel neckline, long set-in sleeves, sweetheart illusion neckline created by tan boned inner bodice, natural waist, full circle skirt, back invisible zipper closure, lined in light tan, black net petticoat with crinoline hem. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, size 14, R19 b) Tie belt of wide dark green satin ribbon (worn tied in front)
Floral dress
Cocktail dress of a variety of red and black fabrics with floral motifs. Bodice with round neckline, sleeveless, tucks at three points at the neckline, vertical waist darts, bodice of red and black brocade with oversize poppy motif and the edges of flowers with fly fringe (suggesting flowers woven as supplemental weft), natural waistline, center back invisible zipper. Skirt styled as though center front features large inverted box pleat but instead is a wrap with a generous overlap of fabric, skirt fabric is polyester-silk blend organza with abstract or impressionist black and red poppy motif complementing bodice pattern, with fabric from right side seam and under the wrap featuring surface design with beading, scattered sequins, embroidery, and three-dimensional flowers resembling carnations made of gathered netting and tulle, fully lined in black silk. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, S19, 6.
Day dress
Cocktail dress of black silk with black polyester appliqués in feline motif. Maxi length with 14" tier at hemline; elbow length sleeves. Deep, open neckline to waist. Elastic waist with triangular cutouts. Wrap around back closure. Lined in beige crepe.
"Flowers" ensemble
A) T-shirt of white cotton jersey. Front is printed in orange, black and orange metallic design of Warhol "Flowers". Short sleeves; crew neck. Back neckline embroidered: "Andy Warhol, Flowers, 1964". Size "L". B) Jeans of white cotton denim in black screen print outlining Warhol "Flowers" design. Size "29".
Paisley ensemble
Man’s pant ensemble of brushed cotton tan khaki with woven Iranian paisley inspired accents.
Patterned ensemble
Skirt ensemble of dark forrest green twill and matching green and peach velour in Navajo or Dine-inspired geometric print. A) Midriff top designed in alternating panels of green twill and printed velour. Wide rounded neckline; sleeveless with deep armholes. Center back zipper closure. "OXDX" label attached to left front panel at hem. B) Midi skirt. Full A-line shape in alternating panels of green twill and printed velour. Left side zipper closure with hook & bars on 1-1/2" waistband.
Print dress
Structured dress in Marimekko "Noppa" (dice) print of black rectangles on white background. Attached belt of black leather with snap closure. Zipper closure under left armscye. Designer label: Junya Watanabe / Comme des Garçon Textile designer label: Marimekko
"Aloha" jacket
Man's "Aloha" sports jacket of black cotton with collar and inserted front panels of hibiscus flower printed cotton. "Y-3" logo incorporated into hibiscus floral printed fabric. Single breasted with notched lapel. Long suit sleeves with hibiscus print fabric on top of right sleeve. Patch pockets at sides match fabric of corresponding front panel; vertical zippered pocket at seams of front panels. Center back vent is machine embroidered with Y-3 logo. Partially lined in black net.
Arena sneakers
High-top sneakers in Arena style of white denim. Leather lined; white rubber soles; white laces. With original shoe box, shoe bag, and extra laces.
Evening dress
Evening dress of woven wool Pendleton blanket bodice and tan silk chiffon skirt. One shoulder style with pieced bodice; asymmetrical dropped waist. Sheer gathered skirt with built in knit half-slip. Left side zipper closure.
Floral shorts
Man's shorts of hibiscus flower Hawaiian-inspired "aloha" printed cotton. Zipper fly closure with button on waistband.
Slacks
Slacks of viscose blend in pink, orange and maroon geometric pattern. Continental pockets at front sides; double welt pockets at back sides. Slightly flared legs. Fly zipper closure with hook & bar on waistband. Designer label: ETRO 46
"Talon" dress
"Talon" evening dress of polyester-silk jacquard. Digital weaving and pattern scaling to replicate natural patterns in feathers. Sleeveless with wide, slightly squared neckline; midi length. Side slit pockets. Lined in black silk. Center back zipper closure.
Beaded coat
Sweatsuit-inspired beaded bomber or sukajan jacket. Jacket is styled with ribbed standing collar, lower raglan sleeves and hem of gray fleece resembling a sweat jacket with main body of gold metallic fabric heavily beaded in iridescent green/blue and purple bugle and seed beads. Beading is of two phoenixes on left and right front sides and Chinese dragon on back. Center front zipper closure with two slides. Lined in black crepe.
Bomber coat
Varsity-style bomber jacket of navy wool/linen blend with quilted sleeves of linen. Ribbed standing collar, cuffs and hem are navy with middle stripe of tan. Angled welt pockets at sides; ivory satin thread embroidered crest at left breast and large crest on back. Center front zipper closure with two slides. Lined in black synthetic.
Kimono-inspired dress
Kimono inspired dress. Main body of viscose rayon in ivory and brown spots on black background; hem, sleeve cuffs and bodice detail of silk in red and ivory floral pattern on pink background. Long kimono sleeves; knee length. Center back zipper closure. Label at center back neckline: "Duro Olowu / London"
Dress with bat motifs
Dress of green polyester matelasse with bats motifs woven into the fabric, jewel neckline, sleeveless, insert from empire to natural waist with yoke gathered to create ease at the bust, full skirt with stitched-down pleats, center back exposed zipper closure, fully lined in grey polyester. . Lining is also made of grey polyester.
Evening dress
Evening dress of teal polyester/spandex blend jersey knit. Column style with center front gather and wrapped draping. Empire waist; sweetheart bodice gathers at center; left side shoulder strap. Center back zipper closure; boned bodice; unlined. With original TJ Maxx retailer tag attached.
Print ensemble
Art-to-wear ensemble of digitally printed polyester/spandex blend with scarf of digitally printed silk.
Pussy hat
Pussy hat that forms "cat ears" when worn, made of pink yarn knitted in stockinette stitch with a ribbed brim.
Trench coat
A: Trench coat of red polyester/cotton blend. Notched lapels, epaulettes, long sleeves with strapped cuffs. Double-breasted with two hidden snap closures at center and left waistline. Skirt is below-knee-length and full, with yoke from waist to about hip height; two inseam pockets below waist. No lining. B: Belt of red polyester/cotton blend.
Dress
Dress constructed of multi-fabric panels in floral motifs on black backgrounds. Midi length. Asymmetric neckline trimmed in black satin ribbon, five black velvet covered buttons and black satin ribbon bow. Long sleeves have burgundy satin ribbon hem; trimmed with five matching black velvet covered buttons over hidden snap closure with double row of snaps on black grosgrain. Shirred shoulders. Center back zipper closure; unlined. Designer label: Marc Jacobs.
Ensemble
Dress ensemble of navy blue polyester/wool blend accented with Ndebele-inspired graphic designed fabric. A) Sheath style dress with center front panel of Ndebele-inspired cotton/elastane blend. Center front split; princess seams; midi length. Sleeveless; rounded neckline. Extra long tie belt. Center back zipper closure. Lined in burgundy acetate/viscose satin striped herringbone. Designer label: Stella Jean B) Ulster-inspired cape style jacket echoing the shape of men’s great coats from the early nineteenth century. Double breasted bibbed front. Turn down collar. Side half belts extend from front bib and buckle at back sides. Lined in Ndebele-inspired fabric with "Stella Jean" signature in design.
Lace dress
Cocktail dress of white silk with light green and black floral motifs overlaid with black cotton floral lace embellished with beading and sequins throughout, v-shaped sweetheart neckline, sleeveless, princess seams, natural waistline, a-line skirt, center back black invisible zipper, lined in white polyester-silk blend.
Shirt and necktie
A) Shirt of buff silk crepe with black pinstripe. Button-down collar with rounded ends. Long sleeves with button closure on cuffs; back yoke. Center front button closure with placket and barred buttonholes. B) Tie of silk styled as stripes of gold herringbone, black faille, and dark purple pique.
Tulle evening dress
Evening dress with strapless bodice of draped black silk taffeta to hips, center back zipper (broken), skirt of two tiers (one cocktail length and one full length) of layers of black, light pink, and off-white or cream tulle or netting; interior bodice with boning and bust cups and zipper. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, P16, 6.
Kimono dress
Evening kimono dress of silk georgette in jewel tones of Nigerian-inspired patterned fabric pieces. Knee length. Slit pockets at sides where lower fabric panel meets upper panel. Unlined. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Duro Olowu / London / Made in England" Content/care tag at base of designer label and size tag attached to left side of designer label. B) Tie belt in satin fabric matching sleeve cuffs and border of opening on kimono dress.
"Thunderbird" dress
Dress of turquoise satin with metallic silver vinyl trim at sweetheart neckline and plastic car “tail-light” accents at sides. Draping across bodice to accent sweetheart neckline. Strapless, calf-length. B) Matching turquoise and silver tulle very full petticoat. Petticoat should be visible below hem of dress. Designer's label: "Moschino / Couture!"
Activewear ensemble
Activewear ensemble of jacket, shirt, training shorts, and leg sleeves in floral prints.
Bias-cut silk ensemble
a) Blouse of light pink silk charmeuse, gentle v neckline, sleeveless, center front seam, two oversized bows of self on left shoulder and one oversized tie of self on the right shoulder, hip length, unlined, center back invisible zipper. Label: Oscar de la Renta, P16, 6. b) Skirt of reverse (dull) side of silk charmeuse, gore construction, draped on the bias, narrow waistband, full length, unlined. c) Narrow belt of light pink silk faille, belt buckle of oversized teardrop, round, and marquis-shaped faceted stones in champagne or off white and light pink creating symmetrical layout around a large light orange stone, silver-toned metal. d) Clip-on earrings of faceted stones on champagne or off-white, light pink, and light orange mounted in gold-toned metal. e) Tank top or shell of light pink silk charmeuse, dull or reverse side visible, unlined, with round neckline on one side and shallow v-neckline on reverse. f) Wide belt or sash of self with angled ends, no markings.
Coat
Structured coat of bright neon pink or coral wool, oversized bow of self at side neckline, center front buttons, kimono sleeves, knee-length, fully lined in silk.
Dress
Dress (full body ensemble) of black nylon, polyester, silk and cotton fabrics.
Magenta skirt suit
Skirt suit of fuchsia wool blend. A: Jacket of fuchsia purple wool/nylon/elastane blend with lining of fuchsia purple silk. Long sleeves, collared, ruffle peplum. Six round brown buttons center front with hook at top connecting right side of jacket to top left beneath left side of collar. B: Skirt of fuchsia purple wool blend with attached underskirt of fuchsia purple silk. Full skirt, slightly below knee-length, with five waist darts across front and four waist darts across back, with zipper at center back. Hook-and-eye closure and metal clasp closure.
Coat and cape
A) Coat of black wool/cashmere blend. Single breasted, large notched lapels, in the car/pant/suburban style. B) Decorative overlay is made of bright red cotton/polyester blend. Coat sleeves fit in supportive arm holes that are connected by support structure fabric across the back of shoulders. Long ribbons connect to armseye and support layers and flow down past length of coat. Flowers of the same material but variations in color are attached to ribbons. Red overlay should be tied close so that most of the coat is covered. Designer's label: "Comme des Garçons"
Dress
Tunic-style dress of orange polyester crepe with black net design and digitally printed sports-themed figurative panel down center front. Full length, sleeveless. Crew neckline and armseyes in black with three light blue stripes. Drawstring of light blue cord across back below bustline; ties at sides. Deep side slits from hips to hemline. Designer's label: "Mary Katrantzou" Content/care tags at left side seam.
Tweed ensemble
a) Cropped jacket of black and white textured tweed with braided trim at neckline and center front opening and black and white beaded fringe at hem and cuffs, narrow band collar, center front opening, bracelet-length set-in sleeves, lined. Label: Oscar de la Renta, Spring 2015, 12. b) A-line dress of black and white textured tweed, high round neckline, sleeveless, natural waistline, center front wide inverted box pleat, knee-length, center back invisible zipper, lined. c) Belt of black and white textured tweed with oval-shaped buckle.
Abstract printed coat
Coat of print and white oversize snakeskin print, likely polyester-silk gazaar. Round neckline, three-quarter length sleeves, center front opening without closures, oversize barrel line silhouette, lined in light pink silk. Label:
Black cocktail dressBa
A: Dress of black viscose, cotton, and silk blend cloque with crinkled embossing. Silhouette has capped sleeves and a dropped waistline followed with a full gathered skirt. Princess seams construct the garment at the center front seam and center back seam with an invisible zipper attached. Label: Balenciaga Edition B: Belt of black cloque.
Brocade shirt dress
Belted shirtwaist evening dress. A: Evening dress of grey/taupe organza with gold brocade in abstract floral pattern. Collared, with rhinestone closure at neck. Single-breasted center front closure from top to bottom of gown, with grey/taupe plastic buttons. Sleeves are slightly puffed at the top, 3/4-length with angled cuffs and rhinestone-button closure. Princess-line with natural waist and full-length skirt. B: Tie belt of grey/taupe organza with gold brocade; angled ends.
Ensemble
Ensemble of red wool/cashmere blend with alençon lace. A) Dress. Knee-length; 3/4 length sleeves. High, rounded neckline. Princess seams. Neckline and sleeves trimmed with red alençon lace, red braid and enhanced with red silk organza leaves. Center back zipper with hook & eye; 6-1/2" split at center back seam hemline. Lined in red silk. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Coutures by Laura" B) Coat of matching fabric. Knee-length, rounded neckline. Center front opening, wrist-length sleeves. Princess seaming. Faux pockets with flaps at hips. Wide bands of red Alençon and trim matching dress along opening, around forearms and down sides of tail on back of coat. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Coutures by Laura" C) Garment bag for dress and coat in rose douppioni trimmed in jacquard. Wide, ivory satin bow at top of center front zipper. Front monogrammed in red at left shoulder with "cAp" and the inauguration date of "January 20, 2015". Back embroidered in red: "Coutures / by / Laura". Lined in jacquard matching trim.
Evening suit
Evening pantsuit of pink polyester blend. A) Jacket. Single breasted with pink rayon embroidered opening in floral design. Long suit sleeves. Lace modesty piece snaps into jacket at décolleté. Hidden closure of large covered snaps. Lined in pink polyester; shoulder pads. B) Pants. Slightly flared. Fly closure; 1.75" waistband. Side continental pockets. Lined in pink polyester.
Floral dress
Dress of red and metallic gray wool/silk blend brocade in floral (poppy?) motif. Street length. Sleeveless; sweetheart neckline. Princess seams. Pleats at natural waist. Center back zipper closure; lined in dark gray silk. Designer's label: "Carolina Herrera / New York"
Orange silk coat
Coat of orange silk with orange lining. Collared; hidden placket closure center front with round round, black buttons; one pocket at each side of coat front; long sleeves. Horizontal pockets at chest-level on coat interior.
Sculptural skirt
Skirt of black wool/nylon blend and black polyester; ankle-length. Attached, knee-length underskirt lining of black cupro. Top portion of skirt is straight skirt style with darts; at about hip-length the skirt is black net that folds under at the hem to create a bubble skirt. Left side zipper with button and loop closure at top.
"Tulip Print" evening dress
Evening dress of red/orange, yellow, brown, blue, and green multicolor "Tulip Print" silk/cotton blend. Strapless, empire waist, with large "Lyla Bow" at back; floor length with slit at center back from knee height to bottom of dress. Label: MILLY, Made in U.S.A. with fabric made in Italy
Victor Costa
Short documentary on fashion designer Victor Costa. Created on the occasion of Mr. Costa receiving the Legend's Award of the University of Houston's College of Technology in November 2015, the video includes archival still and motion images, interviews with Victor Costa, Robert Sakowitz, Roz Pactor, and Jerry Ann Woodfin Costa. Discusses his early life in Houston, education, and work as a fashion designer. Footage includes early interviews and fashion shows.
Dess ensemble
Dress ensemble of black and white cotton-silk blend faille with oversized rose or floral pattern created through ikat or warp-dyed thread technique. A) Dress of black cotton-silk blend with white floral or rose ikat pattern, sleeveless, round neckline, natural waist, a-line skirt, center back zipper and hook-and-eye closure, fully lined in black silk. Label: Oscar de la Renta, P14, 10, Made in Italy B) Jacket of white cotton-silk blend with black rose or floral ikat pattern, jewel neckline, center front opening with oversize black round flower buttons over hidden snaps covered in black silk, three-quarter length sleeves, fully lined in black silk. Label: Oscar de la Renta, P14, 10, Made in Italy
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