Neiman-Marcus
Neiman-Marcus Co. (est. 1907 by Herbert Marcus, Carrie Marcus-Neiman, and Al Neiman)
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Slim sheath/pencil style, knee length, totally covered with dark red bugle beads in a "Chantilly lace" effect, with single long meandering line almost covering the entire surface of the fabric. Fringed hem red and black bugle beads. Slight cap sleeves with shoulder pads. Left side seam zipper closure under underarm. 25" waist. B) Tie belt of black grosgrain ribbon with fringed hem matching dress, 1.5" wide. C) Slip of black crepe with nude spaghetti straps. Slight sweetheart neck with bust darts and some princess seams. Designer and retailer label: "Neiman-Marcus Dallas / Traina-Norell"
This object was part of the Carrie Marcus Neiman Foundation Collection of fashion items collected by Stanley and Edward Marcus in honor of their aunt, one of the original founders of Neiman-Marcus. Begun in 1938, the collection comprised important items of fashion from each season, and included many items designed by winners of the Neiman-Marcus Fashion Awards, as well as pieces owned by or collected by Carrie Marcus-Neiman.
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Texas Fashion Collection
The UNT Texas Fashion Collection is dedicated to the preservation and documentation of historically significant fashion, and serves as an educational and inspirational resource for students, researchers, and the general public. This vital resource is part of the UNT College of Visual Arts + Design.