Latest content added for UNT Digital Library Collection: Texas Fashion Collectionhttps://digital.library.unt.edu/explore/collections/TXFC/browse/?start=144&display=grid2024-02-15T11:06:44-06:00UNT LibrariesThis is a custom feed for browsing UNT Digital Library Collection: Texas Fashion CollectionPleated dress2024-02-15T11:06:44-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280692/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280692/"><img alt="Pleated dress" title="Pleated dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280692/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of burgundy red silk. Mandarin collar; long sleeves; buttoned closure center front, pleated panels at the sides.</p>Dress with bat motifs2024-02-15T11:06:42-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280691/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280691/"><img alt="Dress with bat motifs" title="Dress with bat motifs" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280691/small/"/></a></p><p>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.</p>Floral evening dress2024-02-15T11:06:42-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280688/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280688/"><img alt="Floral evening dress" title="Floral evening dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280688/small/"/></a></p><p>A: Evening dress of polyester in abstract flower pattern of orange, red-pink, and various shades of purple, surplice bodice, 3/4 length set-in sleeves, natural waistline, full a-line skirt, floor length, center back zipper with hook-and-eye closure, lined in purple polyester. Labels: Rene Ruiz Collection for Neiman Marcus, 6, Made in China
B: Tie belt of self</p>Ball gown2024-02-15T11:06:42-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280689/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280689/"><img alt="Ball gown" title="Ball gown" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280689/small/"/></a></p><p>Ball gown of delicate machine-made netting lace. Round neckline accented with floral lace, 3/4 length set-in sleeves fitted bodice, natural waist, full skirt with tiers of netting with black floral lace applique, v-neckline at the center back, center back closure, belt of wide back satin ribbon at waistline, lined in light brown with bustier-style bodice. Label: Oscar de la Renta, 12, R14, Made in USA</p>Embroidered vest2024-02-15T11:06:42-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280690/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280690/"><img alt="Embroidered vest" title="Embroidered vest" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280690/small/"/></a></p><p>Vest of black wool with dense daisy-like floral crewel embroidery in textured orange threads, round neckline, sleeveless, open center front, straight cut, unlined, no labels.</p>Black cocktail dressBa2024-02-15T11:06:37-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280686/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280686/"><img alt="Black cocktail dressBa" title="Black cocktail dressBa" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280686/small/"/></a></p><p>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.</p>Brown blazer with peplum2024-02-15T11:06:37-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280687/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280687/"><img alt="Brown blazer with peplum" title="Brown blazer with peplum" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280687/small/"/></a></p><p>Tailored blazer of brown corduroy. Single breasted with notched lapel. Three two-toned, black and brown buttons at center front and on cuffs. Flap pockets and princess seam lines to accentuate the waist.</p>Evening dress2024-02-15T11:06:35-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280685/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280685/"><img alt="Evening dress" title="Evening dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280685/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening gown of black with metallic rose gold sunburst-like pattern throughout. Sleeveless; black netting at right shoulder gives one-shouldered appearance; black beading on net at front and back emanating from right waistline; center back zipper with hook-and-eye closure. Full length; train attached at right waist wraps around front of skirt to create layered appearance.</p>Leather coat2024-02-15T11:06:32-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280684/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280684/"><img alt="Leather coat" title="Leather coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280684/small/"/></a></p><p>A: Coat of unlined black leather. Collarless; two side-seam pockets; single-breasted with four round buttons at center front; 3/4-length sleeves.
B: Tie belt of black leather.</p>Textured cocktail dress2024-02-15T11:06:31-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280682/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280682/"><img alt="Textured cocktail dress" title="Textured cocktail dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280682/small/"/></a></p><p>a) Cocktail dress of silk chiffon of red-purple or maroon and dark brown with intricate surface design; narrow bands of silk chiffon secured along surface in regular intervals outlined with rows of light purple sequins creating the effect of lines running in arches from neckline down to sides, horizontally from point at bust to natural waistline, and running vertically along straight skirt before turning into fringe from above knee to just below knee; high round neckline, sleeveless, center back invisible zipper, netting at armscyes, lined in silk chiffon. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, 12, PF12
b) Coordinated belt in red-purple or maroon leather, rectangular gold-tone buckle, Talbots.</p>Evening coat2024-02-15T11:06:31-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280683/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280683/"><img alt="Evening coat" title="Evening coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280683/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening swing coat of green silk satin, oversized shawl collar extending beyond the shoulder line, open front, voluminous elbow-length sleeves, knee length, trapeze or swing silhouette, fully lined in light brown. Label: Miss Rita, California, Junior Petites</p>Ultrasuede ensemble2024-02-15T11:06:29-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280680/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280680/"><img alt="Ultrasuede ensemble" title="Ultrasuede ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280680/small/"/></a></p><p>Day ensemble of off white Ultrasuede.
a) Swing coat with wide and boxy silhouette, long set in sleeves with dropped shoulder seams and wide profile, no collar, center front opening with no collar, notches at side hems, all-over quilting creating a diamond effect with stitching outlining the hem, lined in off white silk hand whipstitched to outer. Label at center inside neckline: Halston. At inside left side seam: union label, size 6, professionally dry clean
b) A-line skirt with slight flare, natural waistline with band of self, wide box pleat at center front stitched down for first five inches by waistband, center back zipper with hook and bar closure, unlined.
c) Belt of self with double o-ring closure</p>Dress with floral fabric2024-02-15T11:06:29-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280681/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280681/"><img alt="Dress with floral fabric" title="Dress with floral fabric" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280681/small/"/></a></p><p>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</p>Knitted cardigan coat2024-02-15T11:06:27-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280679/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280679/"><img alt="Knitted cardigan coat" title="Knitted cardigan coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280679/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Evening coat of polyester and metallic polyester knit in diamond motif. Full length; collarless; center front opening with no closure. Long set in sleeves; patch pockets at sides below hips. Unlined.
B) Rolled tie belt of matching material; 69" long.</p>Bomber coat2024-02-15T11:06:26-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280678/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280678/"><img alt="Bomber coat" title="Bomber coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280678/small/"/></a></p><p>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.</p>Beaded coat2024-02-15T11:06:23-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280677/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280677/"><img alt="Beaded coat" title="Beaded coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280677/small/"/></a></p><p>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.</p>Patterned blouse2024-02-15T11:06:21-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280676/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280676/"><img alt="Patterned blouse" title="Patterned blouse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280676/small/"/></a></p><p>Blouse of pieced silk styled with shoulders of rust crepe silk, bottom half of sleeves of black silk; front side panels of white satin, and top of sleeves, back panel and center front trapezoidal panel of rust crepe embroidered in satin thread phoenix motif. Wide rounded neckline; short sleeves.</p>Velvet and silk ensemble2024-02-15T11:06:20-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280675/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280675/"><img alt="Velvet and silk ensemble" title="Velvet and silk ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280675/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Cropped top of purple viscose/silk blend crushed velvet. Fitted; sleeveless; halter top inspired bustline. Deep U-shaped neckline is trimmed with large applied roses of matching material. Center back zipper closure; lined in black synthetic. Size 38/6. Original sales tags attached.
B) Pants of purple silk satin. Tapered leg; fly zipper closure with hook & bar and button on 1" waistband. Vertical double welt pockets at front sides. Unlined. Size 36/4. Original sales tags attached.</p>Bustier2024-02-15T11:06:18-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280673/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280673/"><img alt="Bustier" title="Bustier" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280673/small/"/></a></p><p>Bustier of black and silver lurex in foliage inspired pattern. Spaghetti strap shoulders; boned. Center back zipper closure.</p>Evening dress2024-02-15T11:06:18-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280674/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280674/"><img alt="Evening dress" title="Evening dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280674/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening dress of dark gray jersey with inserted black net over red moiré/ silver lurex. Insert forms a V at the center front waist and covers the back fitted bodice. Full length with slight train; long fitted sleeves. Wide, slightly rounded neckline. Center back zipper closure; unlined.</p>Day dress2024-02-15T11:06:17-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280671/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280671/"><img alt="Day dress" title="Day dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280671/small/"/></a></p><p>Sundress ensemble of black bias cut novelty cotton blend.
A) Sundress. Below knee length; 1/2" shoulder straps. Pin tucks on front of bodice and A-lined skirt meet at waistline forming an hourglass shape. Right side slit pocket. Left side zipper closure. Union label and cleaning instructions tags at center back neckline.
B) Jacket. Long sleeves; pin tucks at front shoulders and across back yoke. Long sleeves; peplum. Center front button closure; snaps at neckline indicate detachable collar, collar missing.
Designer's label: "Albert Nipon"</p>Novelty woven coat2024-02-15T11:06:17-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280672/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280672/"><img alt="Novelty woven coat" title="Novelty woven coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280672/small/"/></a></p><p>Coat of blue tone novelty wool yarn with tie belt. Looped yarn neckline, cuffs and opening. Midi length. Closure of covered snaps. Lined in royal blue/purple.
B) Tie belt; 2" wide.</p>Skirt suit2024-02-15T11:06:15-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280670/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280670/"><img alt="Skirt suit" title="Skirt suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280670/small/"/></a></p><p>Skirt ensemble.
A) Jacket of light gray cotton/rayon/nylon blend with white square pattern in box style. Single breasted with rounded neckline and center front opening in gray fabric with button and loop closure. Long set-in sleeves with gray fabric at hem matching opening of jacket; closure of two buttons matching opening. Side and left breast pocket in welt look gray fabric. Lined in fabric matching blouse.
Designer's label: "André Laug / Roma"
Retailer's label: "Neiman-Marcus"
B) Skirt of light gray cotton/rayon/nylon blend. Knee length; A-lined. Center back zipper closure with snap and hook & eyes on waistband. Lined in gray synthetic.
Retailer's label: "Neiman-Marcus"
C) Blouse of off-white silk jacquard with gray square pattern and abstract white jacquard dots. Long sleeves gather into cuffs and close with self-covered button. Opposing knife pleats down center front. Rounded,bound neckline. Center back zipper closure.
Designer's label: "André Laug / Roma"
Retailer's label: "Neiman-Marcus"
D) Scarf for blouse in matching fabric. Rectangular shape; 7.5" wide.</p>Striped blouse2024-02-15T11:06:10-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280669/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280669/"><img alt="Striped blouse" title="Striped blouse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280669/small/"/></a></p><p>Blouse of black silk with gold vertical stripes. Long, set-in sleeves with button closure on 2" cuffs. Bound, jewel neckline. Center back button closure. Unlined; shoulder pads.
Designer's label: "Giorgio Armani / A Milano Borgonuovo 21"
Content/care tag at left side seam.</p>Lurex dress2024-02-15T11:06:09-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280666/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280666/"><img alt="Lurex dress" title="Lurex dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280666/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening dress of woven gold and silver Lurex with gold and cream polka dots. Full length, long set-in sleeves. Rounded neckline with gold braided trim and center front faux placket with four covered buttons. Sleeve cuffs and left side seam vent opening trimmed in same gold braid as neckline. Center back zipper closure. Unlined.
Retailer's label: "Neusteters / Sports Shop"
Union Label at right side seam near hem.
B) Tie belt of gold braid matching trim on dress; 1" wide.</p>Day dress2024-02-15T11:06:09-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280667/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280667/"><img alt="Day dress" title="Day dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280667/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of dark gray wool jersey knit. Knee length; vertical welt pockets at hips. Rounded neckline with left side closure of three gray buttons. Long raglan sleeves with a single matching button at vent. Center back vent. Fully lined in navy polyester.
Designer's label: "Perry Ellis"
Size and content/care tags at base of designer label.
B) Tie belt of matching fabric; 3" wide.</p>Print dress2024-02-15T11:06:09-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280668/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280668/"><img alt="Print dress" title="Print dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280668/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of sheer synthetic tricot in floral print on navy blue background with pink thread smocking at sleeve cuffs, neckline, and waist. Midi length; dropped waistline. Long raglan sleeves. Wide rounded neckline with corded drawstring of pink thread with knotted, fringed ends. Skirt is pleated below smocked waistline. Unlined.
B) Tie belt of turquoise blue satin ribbon; 1” wide.</p>Floral print dress2024-02-15T11:06:06-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280665/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280665/"><img alt="Floral print dress" title="Floral print dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280665/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of silk in crepe and twill weave in red and pink rose design. Short, puffed sleeves lined in organza. Rounded neckline piped in magenta. Center back closure of two covered buttons and loops. Unlined with neck facing; shoulder pads.
Designer's label at center back neckline: "Flora Kung / New York"
Content/care and size tags at base of designer label.</p>Sequin cocktail dress2024-02-15T11:06:05-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280663/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280663/"><img alt="Sequin cocktail dress" title="Sequin cocktail dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280663/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Evening dress of black net with vertical strokes of gunmetal, purple iridescent and black sequins throughout. Drop waist with five stiff layers of net skirt which falls to knee length; hemline trimmed with single row of black sequins. High round neckline. Long sleeves of net and sequins matching dress with slit at cuff which closes with a snap. Center back closure of hook & eye at neckline and above zipper at upper back.
B) Sweetheart style slip of black nylon with beige spaghetti straps. Dropped waist. Center back zipper.
Designer's label at center back: "Victor Costa"
"Crafted with Pride in the U.S.A" tag with designer label.
Content/care/size tag at left side seam.</p>Green evening dress2024-02-15T11:06:05-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280664/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280664/"><img alt="Green evening dress" title="Green evening dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280664/small/"/></a></p><p>Gown of green and black nylon tulle with vertical stripes of crystal rhinestones on bodice; V-neckline and short sleeves; bodice dips to a V-point in center-front and center-back; full-length, full skirt of 2 layers of green tulle with 1 layer of black tulle over top; bodice is fully lined in green acetate; under skirt of acetate; center-back zip closure.
Designer's label at inside back: "Murray Arbeid / "
Retailer's label at inside back: "Made in England for / Lou Lattimore / Inc."
Care/content tag at inside middle back.</p>Evening dress with feather details2024-02-15T11:06:03-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280662/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280662/"><img alt="Evening dress with feather details" title="Evening dress with feather details" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280662/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening gown of black loosely pleated net with black beads and sequins scattered throughout. Strapless, fitted bodice. Long, full skirt with diamond shaped clusters of beads and sequins with long, thin black feathers spraying out from the center. Attached underskirt of transparent black stiffened fabric with 7" supported hem and two layers of black net skirts under top skirt. Left side zip closure. Bodice lined in black satin, with boning.</p>Leather coat with fur details2024-02-15T11:06:00-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280660/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280660/"><img alt="Leather coat with fur details" title="Leather coat with fur details" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280660/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Coat of grey leather, white fox fur, and purple heavy silk; single breasted; 3 large self-covered buttons center front; bound button holes; hip length; fur trimmed collar and cuffs; three quarter length sleeves; lined in heavy purple silk
Retailer Label: Stripling's / Fort Worth
B) Belt of grey leather.</p>Mohair coat2024-02-15T11:06:00-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280661/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280661/"><img alt="Mohair coat" title="Mohair coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280661/small/"/></a></p><p>Coat of mohair with printed vertical stripes in shades of brown. Single breasted; four covered buttons; faux flap pockets with buttons; side seam pockets; large notched collar; straight sleeves with small slits at wrists; center back vent.
Designer's label at inside right: "Loual / Originals"
Retailer's label at inside back collar: "Neiman-Marcus"
Care label: "Professionally / Dry Clean Only"
B) Belt of soft, medium brown leather with large oval plastic buckle simulating amber and gilt metal.</p>Dress with sequins and ruffles2024-02-15T11:05:59-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280659/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280659/"><img alt="Dress with sequins and ruffles" title="Dress with sequins and ruffles" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280659/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of black silk embellished with gold and black sequins; full-length; tubular silhouette; V-neckline with spaghetti straps; straps and neckline covered with 3 rows of gold bugle beads; bodice completely covered by gold sequins; waist is completely covered by a mixture of gold and black sequins; skirt in completely covered by black sequins to the knee; below the knee skirt has large loose ruffles sewn vertically into densely placed seams; CB zipper; black lining</p>Black evening dress2024-02-15T11:05:58-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280658/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280658/"><img alt="Black evening dress" title="Black evening dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280658/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of black silk; full-length with slight train; gently from hips; high boat neck in front; empire waist with gathers at bust; fitted at waist with hip darts; back has 16 fabric straps hanging vertically to waist covered with rhinestone and bead embellishment; folded silk panels hang to the back sewn into side seams; CB zipper up to waist; black lining; dress has interior belt that snaps in back; built in strapless, backless black bra</p>Wool and fur suit2024-02-15T11:05:56-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280657/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280657/"><img alt="Wool and fur suit" title="Wool and fur suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280657/small/"/></a></p><p>Skirt suit of brown, grey and white wool and fur. wool forms a subtle plaid with slub yarns. Fur is gray close to clothing and brown at ends.
A) Jacket. Hip-length with standing collar. Long sleeves and center-front opening with no closure. Neckline, opening, hem, and cuffs trimmed with variegated fur, grays to black. Sleeves with 2" vent, at top of which is a large brown tooth-shaped bead. Around neckline, opening, hem, cufs, and above vents is a wide band of embroidery and beading in stylized floral patterns in browns, golds, silvers, blues, greens, etc. Jacket is part-lined along back and shoulders with gray/green silk(?).
Designer's label at inside back collar: "Oscar de la Renta"
Evidence of removed tags.
B) Skirt. Knee-length. 3" slit at hem on right side with rounded corners. Hem is lined with variegated fur, grays to black. Above hem is wide band of embroidery and beading in stylized floral patterns in browns, golds, silvers, blues, greens, etc. Closure of two hook-and-eyes at waist above side zipper. Skirt has inner gray/green grosgrain waistband, and is lined in silk(?) of the same color.
Designer's label at inside waistband: "Oscar de la Renta"
Content/Origin/Care label below designer's label, 85% wool, 10% mohair, 5" polyamide (aka nylon)
Size label below designer's label: "6"</p>Splatter painted dress2024-02-15T11:05:55-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280655/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280655/"><img alt="Splatter painted dress" title="Splatter painted dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280655/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening dress of white acetate taffeta with multicolored hand-painted splatter and brush stroke design. Sleeveless with bateau neckline. Full length with gathered 7-1/2" cotton flounce at hemline. Bows of ribbon at shoulders with stands of ribbon extending to hem. Center back zipper with hook & eye. Unlined.</p>Black dress with silk band2024-02-15T11:05:55-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280656/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280656/"><img alt="Black dress with silk band" title="Black dress with silk band" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280656/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of black silk chiffon; sweetheart neckline; spaghetti straps; knee-length; chiffon has 1/8" wide vertical pleating; pleats stitched below waist to 9" above hem; Three 1 inch wide black silk satin bands around waist; long black silk satin ribbon attached and looped at center back waist to look like a bow; center back zipper partly hidden by panel at waist secured with three hook-and-eyes closure; black interior corset with boning and inner grosgrain ribbon at empire waist with hook-and-eye closure; skirt lining has attached flounce at hem to hold fullness of skirt hem.
Designer's label inside dress: "Chanel"; under designer's label is style tag stamped on white ribbon:"08735"</p>Print dress2024-02-15T11:05:51-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280654/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280654/"><img alt="Print dress" title="Print dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280654/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of bright yellow jersey knit with blue, green, pink, and purple Pucci-inspired print; V-neck with 1" band; long sleeves; skirt gathers into waistband; CB zipper; unlined.
Signed in print: "Maurice"
Retailer Label: "Neiman-Marcus"</p>Printed leather ensemble2024-02-15T11:05:50-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280652/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280652/"><img alt="Printed leather ensemble" title="Printed leather ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280652/small/"/></a></p><p>Ensemble of blue leather. A) vest with stencil-painted leaf design in front; no closure; no collar; unlined. B) skirt with stencil-painted leaf design; knee length; flared; asymmetrical yoke; flared; 1" waistband; back zipper; unlined.</p>Leopard print bathing suit2024-02-15T11:05:50-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280653/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280653/"><img alt="Leopard print bathing suit" title="Leopard print bathing suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280653/small/"/></a></p><p>Swimsuit of beige, brown, and black animal print nylon; one-piece; partial black lining.</p>Evening maxi dress2024-02-15T11:05:47-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280650/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280650/"><img alt="Evening maxi dress" title="Evening maxi dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280650/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening dress. Full-length of pink bonded knit. High neck. Long sleeves. Cut skirt, opening at front to left, from hip to hem, with underskirt of same. Opening and cuffs with ornate beaded trim in various gem colors. Fully lined. Center back opening with zipper, two hooks at top.
Retailer Label: del Ann's / Dallas</p>Leather ensemble2024-02-15T11:05:47-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280651/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280651/"><img alt="Leather ensemble" title="Leather ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280651/small/"/></a></p><p>Ensemble of brown leather with suede side out; (a) Blouse with wide v-neckline leading into asymmetrical five button front closure; dropped shoulders; seam with tucks at front; seam at elbow and 7 tucks going verticle down side seam; center back seam; and neck facing; (b) skirt with facing; lacing down center front and waist is long and slightly flared; divided in 3 horizontal sections creating a chevron at center front and back; back center zipper closure lined in brown silk.
Stamped on leather inside blouse: "Made in Italy".</p>Evening ensemble2024-02-15T11:05:46-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280648/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280648/"><img alt="Evening ensemble" title="Evening ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280648/small/"/></a></p><p>a) Bolero jacket of sheer net. Beads and sequins of varying motifs run horizontally; red and black beads. Long sleeves; no collar; frog closure at neck. Hidden hook and eye halfway down center front.
b) Skirt of shocking pink satin. Floor length; gathered fullness in back. Zipper at center back with hook and eye closures on waistband; pink lining which attaches to skirt hem with large gathers in back.</p>Evening ensemble with jacket2024-02-15T11:05:46-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280649/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280649/"><img alt="Evening ensemble with jacket" title="Evening ensemble with jacket" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280649/small/"/></a></p><p>a) Strapless evening gown of black faille. Full length. Princess seams over bust end in darts 3 1/2" below waist in front. Back has a waist seam with the skirt gathered near center back creating back fullness. Invisible zipper and hook and eye at center back; black lining; boned
Label in a: "Oscar de la Renta / size 4 / Made in USA"
b) Bolero jacket of black faille with brown fur trim encircling neckline, center front, and hem. Fur also at cuffs of 3/4 length sleeves. No closure; center back seam. Small black shoulder pads on outside of black lining.
Label in b: "Oscar de la Renta"</p>Silk pants ensemble2024-02-15T11:05:45-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280647/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280647/"><img alt="Silk pants ensemble" title="Silk pants ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280647/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening pants suit of charcoal gray.
a) Blouse of silk chiffon covered with gunmetal beads. Jeweled neck. Long sleeves; slits at wrist which close with snaps. 1/2" of heavy beading of small rhinestones and gunmetal beads at edge of sleeve, hem and collar. Center back zipper with hook and eye at top of zipper; lined with gray silk chiffon.
b) Pants of silk jersey knit. Wide legs; pockets in side seam. Center front invisible zipper; hook and eye at waist; 3/4" waistband. Four tucks in place of darts at back. "Oscar de la Renta"</p>Evening dress2024-02-15T11:05:42-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280646/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280646/"><img alt="Evening dress" title="Evening dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280646/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening dress of ivory polyester doupioni. Heavily beaded bodice with pearls, silver seed beads and marquis rhinestones; standing collar and short sleeves also beaded. Empire waistline with bow of matching doupioni. Full-length with pleats at front and back. Center back zipper closure. Lined in white polyester.
Maker's label at inside back by zipper: "Seaton Enterprises Ltd / Made in / British Crown Colony / of / Hong Kong"
Size label: "10"</p>Day dress2024-02-15T11:05:41-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280645/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280645/"><img alt="Day dress" title="Day dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280645/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of black wool; sleeveless; mock turtleneck; princess seam bodice attached to straight skirt; knee length; center back closure has concealed snaps and one large black button just above the waist and one just below collar; unlined; bound edges; wide belt of black grosgrain ribbon closes at center front and forms a bow.
Designer Label: Vera Wang</p>Day dress2024-02-15T11:05:40-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280644/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280644/"><img alt="Day dress" title="Day dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280644/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of black silk; waist line; below-knee length; short sleeves; Peter Pan collar and French cuffs of white linen, both removable; 4 black buttons with gold tone lion heads down torso; front opening with swirled cording at edge; centered zipper under left arm.</p>Wool dress2024-02-15T11:05:39-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280643/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280643/"><img alt="Wool dress" title="Wool dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2280643/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of navy blue wool gabardine. Square neck; long sleeves. Slight peplum at waist. Straight skirt center front closure with nine 2" and 1-and-1/2" black patent leather buckles. One buckle on cuffs of sleeves.
Label at inside seam near hem: "Chas. Levy & Son / Beverly Hills / Mrs. Ben G. Sterling / Date 8/31/37 No 2001", partly filled out by typewriter on pre-printed label.</p>