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Evening Gown
Evening gown of black rayon velvet; bustle trimmed with ermine tails; column shaped; built-in undergarment with boning; bustle lined in buckram.
Ensemble - Dress and Jacket
Ensemble of oatmeal colored wool tweed: a) Jacket of beige and black wool tweed with V-neckline with standard notched collar and wide lapels; short, princess seams; 3/4 length, set in, two piece sleeves; double breasted opening with four round, plastic, beige buttons and two bound buttonholes supplemented by single large covered snap inside lap at waist; fully lined in beige silk. Label stitched inside back neck below collar. b) Dress of same; sleeveless; falling just below the knee; deep rounded neckline; empire waist seam; straight skirt has slight gathers in front; left side underarm zipper closure supplemented by single hook&eye closure; folded hem; armhole and neck facings; brassiere strap keepers snap inside shoulders; unlined.
Skirt Suit
Two-piece suit of black and ivory windowpane plaid wool with black silk blouse. a) Jacket: Short unfitted jacket of black and ivory windowpane plaid wool; V-neckline with standard notched collar and short lapels.;3/4 length sleeves cut in one with jacket body supplemented by single triangular gusset under arm; lapped center front opening with three round, plastic, ivory buttons and bound buttonholes; front has a large pair of faux pocket flaps at lower chest level; fully lined in white silk. b) Blouse: Semi-fitted short black silk faille blouse with jewel neckline; 3/4 length sleeves are cut in one with blouse body and supplemented by single triangular shaped gusset under arm; center front opening laps left over right with four round, black, plastic buttons and bound buttonholes with one snap at neck; folded hem; facings and hem interfaced with black silk organza. Label stitched at bottom of back neck facing. c) Skirt: Matching plaid semi-tailored, knee length skirt with narrow rolled waistband; slight gathers at front waist; offset left side front zipper closure supplemented by single hook&eye closure on waistband; folded hem; fully lined in white silk.
"Air Strip" flight hostess uniforms
1) Suit jacket for flight attendant uniform of raspberry gaberdine. Waist length; long inset sleeves; stand-up collar; heavy metal zipper with a pull ring. Union label at back left seam of style used from 1964 to 1973. Suit skirt of raspberry gaberdine. Wrap around; left side open; side closure at waist. 2) Coat of lime green and apricot wool. A-line; raglan sleeves; padded, stand up collar; heavy metal zipper with ring pull front closure. Reversible. 3) Puccino serving dress of bright yellow and magenta. A-line body in yellow; side pockets; back zipper; pleat at base of zipper; mock tie across back that fastens on side; upper portion of dress is magenta raglan sleeves; faux pocket flaps on front.
Skirt ensemble
Two-piece ensemble of beige linen. a) Blouse of beige linen. Sleeveless with square cut underarms. Notched collar with center front closure of three circular beige plastic buttons with covered buttonholes. Lined in beige silk. Designer's label: "EISA" b) Flared skirt of beige linen. Left side zipper with hook & eye and left and right slit pockets at seams. Lined in beige silk. c) Matching belt of beige leather with functioning self covered buckle and three punched holes.
Evening ensemble
Evening ensemble. a) Evening gown of black crepe. Strapless; full length with empire waist and bodice of pink silk crepe. Straight line silhouette. Bodice forms V at center back narrowing into pleats at closure with petal-shaped fold of black crepe which covers back of bodice and snaps below waistline. Center back zipper. Bodice has attached black corset with boning with separate zipper and cups of black lace. Unlined. b)Vest of black crepe. Sleeveless with jewel neckline. Cropped length at front and elongating to tails at sides and back. Center back opening with single hook & eye closure at neckline.
Print blouse
Blouse of yellow, brown, white, coral silk printed in loose bands of color with curvilinear lines and print of old cars, bycicles, carriages, boats, etc on the borders.
Cocktail ensemble
Cocktail ensemble of pale blue and gold brocade. a) Pale blue and gold brocade dress with 3/4 sleeves. Lined in pale aqua blue silk. Front snap closure. Designer Label: "EISA" b) Peplum underskirt hem faced with matching brocade and topped with same silk as lining of dress.
Dress
Dress of red polyester silk knit printed in dark red with large abstract pattern of blossoms, leaves, etc. Street length or slightly longer. V-neckline at front with 3/4-length sleeves. Bodice insert with seaming at about natural waist forming a "cummerbund" shape. Skirt is gathered into waist at base of seamed area. Center back zipper with two hook-and-eye closures at back neckline. Torso and skirt lined in red polyester. Arms unlined. Designer's label at inside back beside zipper: "Adele Simpson" Care tag at inside right seam: "Dry / Clean / Only" Union label at inside right seam: "BCTX / 697925"
Ensemble - Dress and Jacket
Ensemble of navy blue . Jacket. Cropped, single breasted jacket has rounded neckline and no lapels, to allow bow of dress to show. Center front closure of 3 self-covered buttons with bound buttonholes. Long sleeves with double row of snaps around each cuff, for missing cuffs. Lined in blue silk. Designer's label at inside back collar: "George Halley / New York" Retailer's label at right inside near buttons: "Bonwit Teller" Union label and side label at left side seam. Size 6. Dress. Knee-length or slightly longer, with rounded neckline with large blue satin bow at throat. Sleeveless, with wide straps. Bodice seamed, with slightly raised waist into which A-line skirt is gathered. Side slit pockets at hips. Center back zipper. Around neckline are a series of 5 self-covered snaps along left side, and evidence of removed stitches for a collar on right side. Lined in black, with dark mauve band near inner hem. Designer's label at inside left by zipper: "George Halley / New York"
Bed robe
Robe of light blue or aqua quilted fabric with swirling floral motif stitched in, with bermuda collar, long sleeves, matching buttons of knotted bias, trapeze silhouette, lined in matching silk. Labels: "Made in Hong Kong Expressly for Neiman Marcus" and fabric content and care labels.
Cape
Cape or poncho of brown and tan woven wool shag tweed with bound outside edges of taupe leather. Knee length. Center front closure of three brass turn locks with two additional turn locks on the taupe leather band collar. Open sides close with one matching brass toggle closures. Large patch pockets at side with opening bound in taupe leather. Unlined.
Dress ensemble
Two-piece dress ensemble of cream colored wool crepe. A) Dress. Skirt of matching wool crepe; street length. Slit pickets on each side seam. Under blouse of cream silk crepe is sleeveless with scooped neckline. Center back zipper closure; lined in silk crepe matching under blouse. Designer's label at left seam: "Galanos" B) Jacket. Waist length; long suit sleeves with vented cuffs; round standing collar. Single breasted with five pearl-centered buttons and bound buttonholes. Lined in cream silk crepe matching dress. Designer's label at right seam: Galanos Retailer's label at neckline: Neiman-Marcus
Coat
Day coat of mustard yellow wool. Double breasted with six circular plastic buttons of same yellow color. Street length with 3/4 length sleeves. Two single welt front pockets on a diagonal. Center back seam has 12 inch split at bottom. Lined in yellow silk. Designer's label: "EISA"
Cocktail coat
Cocktail coat of brown wool with sable trim around hem, collar and down front opening. Open front with 3/4 sleeves. Lined in brown silk. Tag at bottom right hem: "SRA: DE / OSBORNE / 964" Second tag at bottom right hem: "8"
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5581
Simplicity pattern 5581 to make a one-piece dress with jewel neckline, set-in sleeves, and back zipper closure, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5609
Simplicity "how-to-sew" paper pattern depicting three views of a jumper and blouse with tissue "lesson chart." Jumper with v-neckline, back zipper closing, and pleat in skirt front, with skirt joining bodice at waistline. Blouse with rounded collar, front button closing, and long set-in sleeves with buttoned cuffs. Style 5609, size 20 1/2, bust 41.
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5835
Simplicity paper pattern 5835 depicting six views of one-piece dress or blouse, skirt, and coat or jacket. Sleeveless shift dress and blouse with round neckline and back zipper closing. Slim, dart-fitted skirt with side zipper. Lined coat and jacket with set-in sleeves, collar, and flaps. Size 18, bust 38.
Floral pumps
Pumps of green peau de soie silk trimmed at vamp with silk flowers in rose, lilac, blue and gold. High, broad heels. Measurements: L: 24 cm. W: 7.4 cm. H: 12 cm. Heel: 6.5 cm, 2.9 inches Markings: Left - "Maisonette" Right - "Neiman-Marcus"
Aviator's Cap Hat
Hat in the form of a black leather Aviator's Cap. The domed ovoid crown is made in six triangular sections, and has straps which extend down and buckle under the chin with two oval gilt metal links. The cap is lined with black satin, and has an inner black grosgrain ribbon hatband. Designer's label: "Adolfo / New York Paris" Retailer's Label: "Amen Wardy / El Paso Texas"
Flight attendant uniform hat
Uniform hat for Braniff International Airways flight attendants.
Pamela hat
Pamela/halo hat of royal blue felt. The high, cylindrical crown is slightly domed at top, and is encircled by the wide brim, which is upturned almost to vertical, forming a "wall" around the crown. The hat is unlined, with a dark blue inner grosgrain ribbon headband, and small attached comb to help secure hat to wearer's head. Designer's label: "Balenciaga / 10, Avenue George V. Paris"
Calotte
Calotte of beaded black satin. Evening hat in the form of a calotte (also spelled "calot"). The low, domed crown is made of segments of black satin over a core of woven straw. The surface is embellished with black plastic sequins and beads of various sizes. At top of crown is small squashed spheroid finial covered with a pattern of cylindrical and circular faceted black plastic beads. Inside lower edge of crown is black grosgrain ribbon band. Sewn behind band are three elastic loops to help secure hat to head of wearer. No labels.
Coat Dress
Coat dress of light mauve boucle wool.
Day Dress
Dress of bright green linen. Below-knee-length daytime dress of heavy linen, wrap-style/coat dress. Slight V-neckline formed by the wrap construction. Opening on front left, secured by 2 pairs of large white "woven" plastic buttons, 2 hooks and eyes at top, and 2 hidden snaps at middle.Capped sleeve effect. 2 slit pockets at hips in side seams. Yoke lined in dull gray/green fabric, body lined in a brighter green. Designer's label at inside back neckline: "Donald Brooks"
Jewelry parure
Jewelry parure of simulated pearls and clear and smokey rectangular faceted iridescent beads. A) Necklace. Three strands with gold-tone hook closure. Loose pearl in box likely end to necklace closure. B) Bracelet. Three strands with gold-tone closure. C) Ear clips. Pearl center surrounded by matching faceted beads. D) Jewelry box of green faux leather. Lined in white satin; lid stamped "Marvella".
Day Dress
Day dress of blue and white linen blend(?). Semi-fitted empire bodice with narrow standing collar and short sleeves. Center back zipper closure from neck to hip line with hook&eye at neck. Contrasting white waistband giving the impression of a wide belt. Four blue insets simulate belt loops. Center front lapped detail on "belt" with two bound buttonholes and nonfunctional, round, blue shank buttons. Above-the-knee flared skirt with side seam pockets low on hips. Piece lined in blue and white cotton. Designer's label stitched off-center back, below collar: "Marie McCarthy / for / Larry Aldrich" Retailer's label at bottom left side seam of dress: "Bloomingdale's / Green Room" Union label and size tags on center back inside seam.
Cocktail Dress
Cocktail dress of sheer black silk chiffon and lace over tan silk lining.
Houndstooth coat
Coat of novelty yarn wool houndstooth in red, green, and grey/black/white. Full-length with long sleeves. High collar. Double-breasted with five circular, green suede-covered buttons and bound buttonholes. Snaps at collar to secure flap. Pockets in side seams. Belt loops at sides (belt missing). Fully lined in red silk. Retailer's label at center back neckline: "Marie Leavell" Union label at right side seam.
Maxi Dress
Maxi dress of silk with printed pattern of purple, blues, green, brown, white and black.
Hoop skirt
Hoop skirt. Ankle-length petticoat of off-white cotton, with elastic waistband. Near hem is pocket running around skirt which holds stiff wired band to create wide "hoop". Edged with self ruffle. Maker's label at inside waistband: "Rose Buds Dresses / SM / Fiber content and care instr. on reverse / Style 3"; "SM"; "100% Cotton / exclusive of ornamentation / Lot 6378 / RN 33696" Care tag: "Hand wash / Line Dry / Do not twist / or wring"
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5350
Simplicity paper pattern depicting three views of a one-piece dress with detachable collar and sleeveless unlined coat, bodice gathered at waistline, notched collar and front button closing, set-in sleeves; slip dress with darted fit and side zipper closing. Style 5350, size 18, bust 38.
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5697
Simplicity pattern 5697 to make a men's jacket and vest, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for "All-Season Paris Fashion" Simplicity Pattern #5383
Simplicity pattern 5383 to make a "Paris Fashion" suit with narrow skirt, single-breasted jacket with front button closure and flap pockets, in the style of a Chanel suit, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Vogue Pattern #7281
Vogue pattern 7281 to make a fitted dress or top with contrast inset, cap sleeves, and optional pleated skirt, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3078
Butterick pattern 3078 to make a two-piece swimsuit and coverups, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for McCall's Pattern #7636
McCall's pattern 7636 to make a v-neck dress with curved seaming, set-in sleeves, and darted bodice, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5064
Simplicity pattern 5064 to make a two-piece dress with overblouse with rounded neckline and kimono sleeves, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5807
Simplicity pattern 5807 to make a misses' one-piece dress or blouse and skirt, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #5519
Simplicity pattern 5519 to make toddlers' top, shorts, and panties, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Blouse
Shell top of yellow silk gaberdine. Sleeveless with mandarin collar. Center back zipper. Lined in yellow silk. Unhemmed bottom. No labels.
Dress
Dress of navy blue wool jersey. Sleeveless with low-slung belt of self.
Flight attendant uniform bag
Flight bag of plastic of metallic gold color with two straps and zipper closure of metallic silver; gold trim and and top-stitching on handles of gold colored thread; printed with "Braniff International" logo on both sides in white; fasteners of metallic silver. Outfit consists of: (a)hat (b)coat (c)dress (d,e)boots (f)suit jacket (g)suit skirt (h)over blouse (i)flight bag
Ensemble
Day coat ensemble. a) Day coat of oyster-colored ribbed wool with navy collar and reverse. Buttoned closure with 3 gilt buttons with covered buttonholes. Lined in navy colored silk. Designer's label - "EISA" b) Under dress to coat. Top 2/3 in white silk with left side zipper. Lower 1/3 in same navy wool as collar and reverse of coat.
Coat dress
Coat dress of lightweight navy blue woven mohair wool. a) Coat has roll collar and center front opening trimmed in black woven onto edge. Below knee length. Short sleeves, seam at waist, gore styling. Four circular navy plastic buttons down front. Two snap closure belt loops at left and right. Has white starched, glazed, gardenia of linen attached to left front. Unlined. b) Narrow belt of navy leather with long rectangular buckle of same. One punched hole. Back has two sewn on loops to be attached to snap closure belt loops on dress.
Dress
Two-piece dress of black silk with black double satin 3" wide tie belt. a) Overblouse has weighted yolk neckline and gathers below. Sleeveless. Snaps up center front. Unlined b) Below knee-length tubular skirt with narrow waistband. Hook & eye closure over concealed zipper. c) Tie belt of 3" wide black satin with frayed ends.
Cocktail Dress
Cocktail dress of navy blue (with slight purple overtones) lace.
Caftan-inspired dress
Black dress in the style of a caftan with all over blue, yellow, green and white floral embroidery; floor length; bell sleeves; zipper down center back. Owner's name tag sewn into back.
Coat
Burnt orange cotton and leather A-line coat. The main body of the coat is of heavy. burnt orange. cotton canvas. High round neckline with burnt orange leather spread collar. Full-length set-in sleeves. Center front opening with three brass toggle closures to waist-level. Asymmetrical leather pocket detail down the left side representing a shoulder bag. Zippered exterior pocket. The collar. pocket detail and center front opening are top-stitched in white thread. Fully lined in heavy. orange cotton duck. The lining is swing tacked at each seam to the outer shell. Label stitched over right side seam.
Evening dress
Evening dress and stole of emerald green silk brocade in oriental inspired chrysanthemum motif. a) Dress in princess line sheath style. Full-length, flared; sleeveless. Wide, moderate scooped neckline across the front and deep V-neckline across the back. The back neckline is accented with a wide spread collar and is accented with a simple knotted bow that laps the zipper. Center back zipper closure from mid-back to hip-level with a single hook & eye at the neckline. Below-the-waist seam pockets lined in green taffeta situated in the front princess seams. The bodice is fully lined in green taffeta. The dress is piece-lined in white Pellon. Retailer's label: Neiman-Marcus Union label. b) Stole of matching fabric in rectangular shape.
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