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Beaded evening dress
Ballgown of pale platinum satin embroidered with crystal beads, silver and white bugle beads, crystal teardrops, rhinestones and sequins in floral designs. Sleeveless with modified sweetheart neckline and deep V-shaped back. Full length; full skirt. Raised waist is piped with same fabric. Center back zipper supported with three hook & eyes. Interior of bodice is of matching satin with silver bugle beads and rhinestones at shoulders and is lined in netting with boning. Petersham of white grosgrain ribbon at waist with attached interior peplum support. Understructure of dress is stiffened linen canvas with matching satin lining. Designer's label at left underarm: "Galanos" Retailer's label on inside seam of outer dress at lower left: "Neiman-Marcus"
Beaded evening dress
Ballgown of pale platinum satin embroidered with crystal beads, silver and white bugle beads, crystal teardrops, rhinestones and sequins in floral designs. Sleeveless with modified sweetheart neckline and deep V-shaped back. Full length; full skirt. Raised waist is piped with same fabric. Center back zipper supported with three hook & eyes. Interior of bodice is of matching satin with silver bugle beads and rhinestones at shoulders and is lined in netting with boning. Petersham of white grosgrain ribbon at waist with attached interior peplum support. Understructure of dress is stiffened linen canvas with matching satin lining. Designer's label at left underarm: "Galanos" Retailer's label on inside seam of outer dress at lower left: "Neiman-Marcus"
Beaded evening dress
Evening gown of heavily beaded beige silk satin. The bodice of the full-length gown has an empire waist, a wide scoop neckline, and is sleeveless. Princess seaming and internal boning at center front of the neckline. The skirt has fullness from the widening of the panels. Skirt and lower part of the bodice are beaded with floral/foliate forms in pinks, browns, yellows, clear and iridescent beads. The upper part of the bodice, in a deep band around neckline, back, and straps, is totally covered in iridescent sequins, beaded flower heads in bronze/brown and clear beads. Bodice is lined and has internal structures to help support and give form to the gown. Skirt is lined with stiff netting, and has an internal attached net crinoline. Center back zipper closure with hook-and-eye at top. No labels in garment.
Beaded evening handbag
Evening handbag of red satin with detailed hand beading design of red beads. Single handle of matching beading with gold-tone tips and fixtures. Inverted frame of red satin; ball twist closure of metallic gold with red satin filling. Lined in light peach satin with two pleated and elasticized slip pockets and one zipper pocket. Contains wallet of matching peach satin lined in white kid leather; measures 5 1/8" x 3 1/8". Maker's stamp: Pirovano / Milan Measurements: Width: 10 1/2" Height: 8 1/2" without handle Height: 15 3/4" with handle Depth: 1 1/8"
Beaded evening shoes
Evening pumps of light gray/champaign satin with all-over silver metallic thread embroidery in filigree motif, mirrored sequins, and clear beads. Pointed toe; stiletto heels. Lining and insole of gray leather; leather soles. Includes blue cloth Christian Dior shoe bag. Designer stamp: Christian / Dior / cree par / Roger Vivier / Paris
Beaded hatlet
Hatlet of orange beaded mesh.
Beaded lace jacket
Cropped jacket of light brown woven textile with overlay of white floral machine made lace embellished with iridescent clear sequins and strands of white seed beads emphasizing the floral motifs. Bermuda collar, hook and eye closure at neckline and down center front opening, piped trim of self, three-quarter length set-in sleeves, lined in light brown woven fabric. Label at center back neckline: 39.
Bed jacket
Pink marabou feather bed jacket, short sleeves. R.H.Macy & Co., N.Y.
Beige leather sandals
Sandals of light brown leather constructed of narrow straps creating a circle at the top of the foot, slingback style, insole trimmed in white leather, very low heel. Markings: "Romanza's"
Beige organza dress
Dress of beige organza, lace, netting; round neckline trimmed in lace; lace trim at arm holes; bodice made of organza with minuscule tucks forming vertical stripes; attached to silk and organza under bodice; side zipper; 2 darts center front bodice; natural waistline; full skirt; outer skirt made of tucked and pleated organza with lace insets and lace flounce at bottom; followed by another skirt of stiff netting; followed by a silk skirt; and an understructure of a stiff net skirt.
Beret
Beret of light beige or cream colored angora wool. Machine knit, hand-finished. Italian import. Label sewn inside: "Made in Italy" Measurements: 26cm diameter.
Beret
Classic French type beret of ochre/gold felt. Rolled headband.
Beret
Beret of black felted wool with sort tail at center crown. Label inside at center of crown: "100% wool - made in France / WPL 10.888"
Beret
Beret of brown wool felt. Unlined; brown leather headband.
Beret
Beret style hat of navy corduroy with top tab. Blue velvet brim with wide navy grosgrain headband. Unlined. Constructed as triangular sections. Hatpin with navy felt head.
Beret
Hat in beret style of green suede. Beaded; round crown. Lined in yellow faille; black lace headband.
Beret
Hat of striped felt. The hat is formed as a "pancake beret" on a rigid, slightly curved frame. The crown is of felt with wide width-wise stripes of olive green and black. The edge is embellished with a swagged band of bronze and black beads which runs from just behind the midway point of the side of the hat, around the front, and to just behind the midway point on the other side of the hat. The interior of the hat is lined in black fabric, and there is an inner hatband of black grosgrain ribbon. Maker's label sewn to inner hatband: "Chez Henriette".
Black crepe dress
Dress of black crepe. Blouson top; spaghetti straps; glass snowflake-shaped accents where straps connect to dress.
Black hatlet
Hatlet of black silk taffeta with five silk leaves off front of crown and bow of self in back as trim. Black net veil interspersed with chenille balls.
Black jacket
Jacket of black wool with notch collar; long sleeves slits at cuff; back waisted yoke with gather piping and bow Designer Label: Betty Rose
Black leather shoes
Shoes of black leather with round toebox, criss-crossing overlays of embossed snake leather texture, ankle strap, and narrow stacked heel. Markings: L- "Neiman Marcus" R- "Erica"
Black nightgown
Nightgown of transparent black nylon over transparent pink nylon with black lace; double spaghetti straps looped together at shoulders; rouched bust; gathered skirt from natural waist; below knee-length with scalloped hem; lace at front and back neckline, and in horizontal rows graduating in length at center-front skirt. b) Brief style panties to match; elastic waistband; lace trim at leg opening. c) Tie belt of velour backed nylon; ½” width. 1950’s
Black patent pumps
Black patent pumps with calf vamp trim, pointed toe, accent on vamp, low rounded throat, low stacked leather heel. Measurements: L: 28 cm. W: 8 cm. H: 11 cm. Heel: 4 cm, 1.5 inches Markings Left & Right: "La Belle / by / mittens / for your feet / soft as a glove"
Black petticoat
Full-length. black. nylon taffeta petticoat. Elasticized waistband with flared seven panel skirt. Hem finished with a 1 1/2" wide gathered flounce of black nylon taffeta. Label stitched over inside left sideseam. below the waistband.
Black pumps
Spike heel pump of black embossed alligator, pointed toe box, round vamp, short spike heel. Measurements: L: 24.5 cm W: 7.5 cm H: 13 cm Heel: 7.3 cm, ( 2 15/16) Markings: L-"Neiman-Marcus" R- "design by / Evins"
Black pumps
Pump of black embroidered silk, pointed toe, rounded low throat, Markings L&R: "Gianni / C. so Matteotteotti, 5 / Tel. 702-573 - Milano" Measurements: L: 24.5 cm. W: 7.6 cm. H: 13.7 cm. Heel: 7.7 cm, 3 1/4 inches
Black satin slip
Black satin crepe full slip with lace bodice.
Black shoe
Shoe of black faille fabric. Square toe; medium height; clear lucite heel. Black faille pumps, clear lucite heel. Markings: "life stride"
Black silk taffeta slip
Black silk taffeta slip with appliqued net bodice. Medium length.
Black slip
Black slip, v neckline, brassiere-style straps, lace trim, knee length.
Black suede gloves
Gloves of black suede in mousquetaire style. Slip-on; elbow length. Full-piqué seams on fourchette.
Black taffeta petticoat
Black taffeta petticoat with pink crinoline and net ruffles underneath. Elastic waistband. The hem consists of the outer black taffeta petticoat, three layers of pink net ruffles sewn to the crinoline, and an inner layer of black taffeta sewn over the ruffles. The middle layer of pink net is lighter in color than the outer layers. Two tags in garment: "Hedi / California" and size tag (Medium)
Black velvet shoes
Shoes of black velvet with cutout details at the sides, tie at back, pointed toebox, round vamp, stiletto. Markings L&R: "de Angelo"
Blouse
Blouse of white pima cotton.
Blouse
Blouse of dark brown silk with printed plaid grid of lighter brown and white square pattern. Sleeveless with center front closure of 5 self-covered buttons and covered buttonholes reinforced with snaps at top and bottom. Jewel neckline. Unlined with folded hem.
Blouse
Blouse of silk twill in horizontal bands of salmon, purple and peach with "Emilio" signature in horizontal black bands separating color blocks.
Blouse
Blouse of ivory white nylon with vertical pin-tucks at front. Floral net appliqué and cut work over bust. Short sleeves with cuffs; pointed collar. Center front opening with five hemispherical ridged off-white plastic buttons. No labels in garment.
Blouse
Blouse of ecru gaberdine wool. Convertible collar. Sleeveless with wrapped closure on left with 5 hook & eyes. Slightly fitted. Fully lined in cream colored silk.
Blouse
Blouse of pale pink synthetic; button down CB; cap sleeves. Pintucks running vertically at front
Blouse with applique
Blouse of light brown nylon with multiple tucks and satin applique in floral motif; Short sleeves, round neck; Buttons CB.
Blue pump
Evening pumps of blue suede. Shoes have pointed toes and are lined in a blue/gray leather. 3 1/4" high stiletto heels of black leather, flaring slightly at base. Designer's stamp: Herbert Levine Retailer's stamp: Shoes / Nordstrom's / Portland - Seattle Handwritten inside shoe: "8AA H5101 / 25218" Measurements: Length: 25 cm Width: 8cm Height: 16cm Heel: 8cm (3 1/4") high on axis w/cap
Boater hat
Sailor/boater style hat of ochre straw. Trimmed with bird of self; 2 combs. Headband of gold thread rick rack.; lined in gold tulle.
Bodice Sketches
Designs for dress bodices. Outline sketch illustrates views for five different bodice designs.
Booties
Women's flat shoes with brown leather sole, patent leather cream insole with designer's marks. Cotton blended fabric covers the whole foot up to the cinched ankle where there are two small straps of the same fabric to tie behind heel with a vertical seam down center and a slightly pointed toe. The fabric has a geometric pattern with aqua, blue, purple and periwinkle colors with illegible font randomly throughout pattern, the pattern mimicking mosaic tiles and with the name "Emilio" throughout. Designer's marks on each sole: "Creation / Albion / Florence / Made Expressly / For E. Pucci" Measurements: Length: 24 cm Width: 8 cm Height: 9 cm Heel: n/a
Boots
Ankle boots of light yellow woven fabric, pointed toe box, lace up, flat. Measurements: L: 24cm W: 7.5cm H: 18.5cm
Boots
Traditional Tibet boots of red, burgundy, and green felt and leather; calf-height; toes curl upwards, thick soles of brown leather with green suede supports, upper of light brown leather with reptile-like texture, embroidered with serpentine motif, shaft of red cloth creating a long "tongue" to the top of the boot, top register of shaft in burgundy fabric, lined in brown woven fabric.
Bow headband
Headband of pink velvet ribbon in bow design with streamers down back. Comb for securing headband to wearer's head.
Bow headband
Headband hatlet in alternating layers of black straw bows and black silk bows. Black net veil with chenille balls in diagonal pattern.
Box handbag
Wooden box purse with white vinyl loop handles secured with brass/gold plated studs. Front of box with painted design of seven various colored birds on a branch. Titled in painting: "for the birds . . . ". Signed in painting: "ec / [copyright symbol]". Hinged lid painted with single bird on a branch. Interior of box with evidence of now missing oval mirror.
Box handbag
Box handbag of blond colored wood with hand-painted green turtle design accented with green teardrop beads and white flower beads. Two green starbursts painted in top corners of lid; titled "poki" at bottom right and "ec" designer initial and copyright symbol at bottom left. Brass hinged lid with gold ball flip clip closure; single white arched handle with gold tips. Interior top contains mirror; unfinished wood on interior. Designer's stamp inside reads: "Copyright / Enid Collins" Measurements: Width: 8 1/2" Height: 4" , without handle Height: 9 1/4", with handle Depth: 1 3/4"
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