Latest content added for UNT Digital Library Collection: Texas Fashion Collectionhttps://digital.library.unt.edu/explore/collections/TXFC/browse/?start=312&display=grid2024-01-04T20:45:51-06:00UNT LibrariesThis is a custom feed for browsing UNT Digital Library Collection: Texas Fashion CollectionEmpire-waist dress2024-01-04T20:45:51-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221011/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221011/"><img alt="Empire-waist dress" title="Empire-waist dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221011/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening gown of yellow satin and silk chiffon. Floor length with empire waist. box pleat at center front and back. Boxed neckline. Bustline is of chiffon and decorated with rhinestones and faux pearls in a star burst pattern. Sleeveless.</p>Day dress2024-01-04T20:45:50-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221009/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221009/"><img alt="Day dress" title="Day dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221009/small/"/></a></p><p>Day dress of white organza and pale aqua cotton with floral motif embroidered. Fitted bodice with moderate square neckline, trimmed with a flat collar consisting of gathered ivory lace with three bands of twill ribbon insertion and stylized floral lace rosettes, Short puffed sleeves trimmed to match the collar, bodice gathers slightly center front into the raised waist seam, detailed waist seam positioned slightly above the natural waistline, flared. ten panel below-the-knee skirt with turned hem and two patch pockets placed over the front hipline, trimmed with gathered ivory lace, zipper closure in left side seam from bust to hip level; No label, Appears to be homemade.</p>Riding ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:47-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221008/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221008/"><img alt="Riding ensemble" title="Riding ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221008/small/"/></a></p><p>Beige/khaki. silk and wool. western-style riding ensemble.
(a.) Top: fitted. western-style beige silk shirt with stylized front and back yokes. Moderate V-neckline with spread collar and notched lapels. Full-length set-in sleeves that pleat into narrow cuffs. The cuffs are secured with two medium size and one small snap. The placket opening is accented with an appliqued. stylized. half fleur-de-lys. Centerfront placket opening secured with four medium size snaps. Curved shirt tail hem that arches up over the hips. Label stitched over the right inside front placket facing. at waistlevel.
(b.) Pants: khaki colored. wool twill. western-style riding trousers. Darted waistline with stylized. appliqued yokes front and back. Four tab-like belt loops. Left side seam zipper closure to hiplevel with a snap at the waistline. Tapered long legs with ankle level slits. The stylized yoke details trail down the sides eams to just above knee level. Label stitched inside center front. over interior waistband.</p>Sequin vest2024-01-04T20:45:43-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221006/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221006/"><img alt="Sequin vest" title="Sequin vest" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221006/small/"/></a></p><p>Bolero vest of green net with green metallic sequins in all over circular pattern; unfinished edges.</p>Tunic blouse with skirt2024-01-04T20:45:43-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221007/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221007/"><img alt="Tunic blouse with skirt" title="Tunic blouse with skirt" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221007/small/"/></a></p><p>Skirt ensemble of floral print white silk in a red and black carnation motif.
A) Tunic style top: loose fitting, princess-line, hip-length. Rounded neckline with full length set-in sleeves. Center back zipper closure with a hook&eye at the neckline. Piece lined in white silk chiffon. Label stitched beneath left armhole.
Designer label: Givenchy / Made in France
Couture number: 74746 (?)
B) Skirt: matching, above-the-knee. fitted skirt. The skirt gathers front and back into a narrow waistband. Left side seam zipper closure with double hook&bars at the waistband. Piece lined in white silk chiffon.</p>Day suit2024-01-04T20:45:40-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221005/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221005/"><img alt="Day suit" title="Day suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221005/small/"/></a></p><p>Day suit of yellow wool flannel.
A) Jacket has pointed collar, 5 covered buttons; jacket pockets.
Label: "Vera's Original"
B) Skirt has kick pleat and side zipper; long length.</p>Ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:39-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221003/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221003/"><img alt="Ensemble" title="Ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221003/small/"/></a></p><p>Ensemble consisting of:
A) Dress coat of camel color wool gabardine. Single breasted with four circular, ivory, plastic buttons with bound buttonholes. Street length. Notched collar. Large pleat down center back. Long set-in sleeves with band cuffs having a single matching button with bound buttonhole. Four patch pockets with flaps - two smaller pockets at breast and two larger pockets at hips. Each pocket is trimmed with a functioning, smaller matching button with bound buttonhole. Lined in tan silk.
Designer's label at center back neckline: "Norell"
Retailer's label below designer's label: "Sakowitz / Houston"
Union label at left armhole.
B) Belt of cream colored leather. 3/4" wide with rectangular buckle covered in same.
Reverse stamped: "14 611"
C) Shell blouse of ivory silk knit. Sleeveless with jewel neckline. Center back zipper with hook & eye. Lined in cream silk satin
D) Skirt of camel color wool gabardine. Slightly A-line; knee length. Left side zipper closure with two large hook & eyes on waistband. Lined in tan silk.
Designer's label on inside left seam of lining: " Norman Norell / New York"
Handwritten style number label: "24787-611-14"
Union label below designer's label.</p>Rayon dress2024-01-04T20:45:39-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221004/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221004/"><img alt="Rayon dress" title="Rayon dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221004/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Shirred light brown rayon dress. Short sleeves. full length
B) Matching thin tie</p>Wrap ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:37-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221001/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221001/"><img alt="Wrap ensemble" title="Wrap ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221001/small/"/></a></p><p>Suit of off-white, shadow stripe silk.
A) Double-breasted, waist-length jacket w/large notched lapels. Waistband 3 inch with four 5/8 inch white buttons. Long gathered sleeves with French cuffs, each with pair of 1/2 inch white cuff buttons.
Designer's label at inside back collar: "JLS / Paris / Scherrer boutique / 320647"; "Made in France"
B) Matching skirt has 1-1/8 inch waistband with 4 beltloops, 2 hooks & eyes, and 7 inch back zipper. Inverted pleat in center front & center back, knife pleats around rest of skirt. Knee length.
Designer's label: J.L.S. Scherrer Boutique, Paris. Made in France. #320647. Silk 100% soie, nettoyage a sec, dry clean only.</p>Lace dinner dress2024-01-04T20:45:37-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221002/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221002/"><img alt="Lace dinner dress" title="Lace dinner dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221002/small/"/></a></p><p>A. Tan shift-style dinner dress with solid beige lining covered in brown lace appliqued with clear/gold seed beads and clear sequins. Below knee length. Stand-up collar & long sleeves.
B. Self belt is 2-1/2 inches by 58 inches long.</p>Dress2024-01-04T20:45:36-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221000/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221000/"><img alt="Dress" title="Dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2221000/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress & belt
a) Dress of beige camel hair with band collar; princess seams; back zipper; Mid calf length; fully lined; Round plastic brown and ivory buttons.
Label: "Donle"
Content: "100% Camel Hair"
b) Belt of same material with 2 bound buttonholes at each end.</p>Wool coat2024-01-04T20:45:35-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220999/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220999/"><img alt="Wool coat" title="Wool coat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220999/small/"/></a></p><p>Box jacket of ivory wool. Bracelet length, raglan sleeves. Convertible collar. Single breasted with three cream colored plastic buttons and tailored buttonholes. Top stitching on seams. Sleeves lined in cream colored silk.
Designer's label at center back neckline: "Automne-Hiver 1973 / Christian Dior / Paris / Made in France" and stamped 02766
Retailer's label at center back neckline: "Lou Lattimore / Dallas"</p>Silk blouse2024-01-04T20:45:33-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220998/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220998/"><img alt="Silk blouse" title="Silk blouse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220998/small/"/></a></p><p>Blouse of red and orange horizontal stripe silk; sleeveless; buttondown CF.
Maker's label at inside back collar: "Pure Silk / Hand Woven in Siam / Thai Silk Co. Ltd."
Size label behind maker's label: "10"</p>Lace blouse2024-01-04T20:45:31-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220997/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220997/"><img alt="Lace blouse" title="Lace blouse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220997/small/"/></a></p><p>Blouse of off-white "string lace", hip-length, with long sleeves. CF opening with 3 covered buttons. Scalloped edge.
Designer's label at inside left flap near hem: "Know Clothes"
Care label.</p>Patterned dress2024-01-04T20:45:28-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220995/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220995/"><img alt="Patterned dress" title="Patterned dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220995/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of brown and white polyester jersey, V-neck with zipper in front, built-in long sleeve jacket, ties in front.</p>Wedding dress2024-01-04T20:45:28-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220996/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220996/"><img alt="Wedding dress" title="Wedding dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220996/small/"/></a></p><p>Wedding dress and related pieces.
A) Dress of cream white Fortuny pleated ruched silk fabric. Altered from original into Renaissance style; deep rounded neckline. Long sleeves with zipper closures. Center back zipper closure.
B) Veil of cream/ecru mesh, with circular "crown" covered with narrow vertical pleats/ruching. Three plastic combs to hold crown to wearer's head. Short panel in front, floor-length in back.
C) Slip. Cream silk? satin. Full-length. "Bustier" top/neckline. Zipper closure at back. Empire waistline. Inner petersham belt. Tulle ruffle at bottom.
D) Belt. Cream silk? satin, with narrow vertical pleats/ruching as on crown of veil. Lined with silk/satin ribbon. Two hook-and-eye closures.
E) Fabric remnant. Part of train? Cream pleated ruched fabric. Roughly semi-circular shape.
F) Fabric remnant. Edging from veil? Cream tulle doubled over and gathered at one side with two rows of stitching. 48 cm. (19") long
G) Fabric remnant. Edging from veil? Cream tulle doubled over and gathered at one side with two rows of stitching. 250 cm. (98 1/2") long.
H) Fabric remnant. Edging from veil? Cream tulle doubled over and gathered at one side with two rows of stitching. 166 cm. (55 1/2") long.
I) Fabric remnant. Edging from veil? Cream tulle doubled over and gathered at one side with two rows of stitching. 348 cm. (137") long.
J) Fabric remnant. Edging from veil? Cream tulle doubled over and gathered at one side with two rows of stitching. 329 cm. (129 1/2") long.
K) Fabric remnant. Edging from neckline? Cream tulle ruched and seamed at the ends. 128 cm. (50 1/2")
L) Dress weights. Band of dress chain. 95 cm. (75") long
M) Fabric remnant. Tulle. Possibly from lining of dress or slip. 117 cm. (46") long x 64 cm. (25") wide.
N) Fabric remnant. Tulle. Possibly from lining of dress or slip. 107 cm. (42") long x 46 cm. (18") wide.
O) Fabric remnant. Tulle. Possibly from lining of dress or slip. 165 cm. (65") long x 80 cm. (31.5") wide.
P) Fabric remnant. Tulle. Possibly from lining of dress or slip. 66 cm. (26") long x 89 cm. (35") wide.</p>Wool ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:26-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220994/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220994/"><img alt="Wool ensemble" title="Wool ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220994/small/"/></a></p><p>Ensemble.
A) Coat of cream and taupe/brown herringbone wool. 3/4 length with deep fold-down, rounded collar. Four patch pockets with button flaps (2 at chest level and 2 at hip level). Double-breasted with 10 round-top taupe buttons and bound buttonholes. Long set-in sleeves with 5 button closing down sleeve ends. Lined in taupe silk.
Designer's label at center back neckline: "Norell"
Retailer's label at right inside seam: "Neiman-Marcus"
Retailer's label at left inside seam: "Rich's / Specialty Shop"
B) Skirt of cream and taupe/brown herringbone wool. Top of skirt is 4" band of silk; no waistband. Left side zipper with hook & eye. Knee-length. Lined in dark gray silk.
Designer's label in lining near hem: "Norman Norell / New York"
Union Label: "702651"
Handwritten couture number label: "18877 205-8".
C) Blouse of brown wool knit. Long, fitted sleeves with zippers at sleeve ends. Stand-up, mandarin style collar. Zipper closure at center back.</p>Floral dressT2024-01-04T20:45:25-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220993/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220993/"><img alt="Floral dressT" title="Floral dressT" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220993/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of off-white/cream organdy with overlay of organdy openwork in an all-over "leaf" design, with applied cut-out flowers in purple, pink, green and yellow. Short cap sleeves, scoop neck. Center back zipper closure. Fully lined in cream satin.
Designer Label: Richard Tam</p>Wrap dress2024-01-04T20:45:24-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220990/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220990/"><img alt="Wrap dress" title="Wrap dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220990/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of heavy off-white crepe de chine. Floor-length; Small gathers above and below waistband; Separate belt/sash of self; Deep v neckline.
Designer Label: Lanvin / Couture / Paris / New York</p>Crochet dress2024-01-04T20:45:24-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220991/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220991/"><img alt="Crochet dress" title="Crochet dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220991/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Beige crocheted cotton lace and nylon net dress; ankle length; short sleeve
Retailer Label: I. Magnin & Co.
B) Belt of same fabric</p>Ribbon jacket2024-01-04T20:45:24-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220992/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220992/"><img alt="Ribbon jacket" title="Ribbon jacket" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220992/small/"/></a></p><p>Gold woven tricot ribbon jacket with chiffon lining.
Retailer Label: Made in France For / Neiman-Marcus
Designer Label: Laure-Hélène / Tricots de luxe . 105 Fs St Honoré-Paris
Other Label: Tricot Main</p>Suede fringe ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:20-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220989/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220989/"><img alt="Suede fringe ensemble" title="Suede fringe ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220989/small/"/></a></p><p>Woman's three piece ensemble of off white leather with headband.
A) Jacket styled with curved center front opening with closure by three bead trimmed leather ties; no collar. Curved yoke front and back. Long, full two piece fitted sleeves. Flared lower portion of panels with deep scalloped hemline. Whip-stitched edges. Trimmed at yoke with glass beaded butterflies (colors include blues, purples, pinks). At yoke seam and inner sleeve seam, row of large glass and ceramic beads (blues, purples, pinks, clear). Leather fringe below yoke and outer sleeve seam. Before being cut, the fringe was printed in butterflies in colors of pale blues, purples and yellows. Unlined; shoulder pads. Length: 23" (59.0cm).
Designer's label at center back neckline: "Gossamer Wings / 8 / Del Mar Calif."
B) Skirt. Medium-long length. Flared four panel skirt with narrow fitted waistband. Curved hemline: lower even curve at back, with slit at center front; hemline curves up at sides.Hemline trimmed with cut fringe; scalloped band beads at lower skirt, with fringe below. Center back plastic zipper closure with one covered snap at waistband. Unlined. Total length: 28" (71.1cm).
Designer's label: "Gossamer Wings / 8"
C) Top in bustier style printed with butterflies in colors of pale blues, purples, yellow. Straight upper edge with deep scalloped lower edge. Double narrow leather straps at front loop to center back tie that laces up center back for closure. Unlined. Label tag unprinted. Length: 11" (27.9cm).
D) Headband. Long narrow shape, 1" (3.1cm) wide with pointed ends; two leather ties each end with beads. At band, five round beaded medallions with colors of blues, purples, pinks, etc. Band length: 20" (50.8cm).</p>Leather ensemble with leaves2024-01-04T20:45:19-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220988/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220988/"><img alt="Leather ensemble with leaves" title="Leather ensemble with leaves" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220988/small/"/></a></p><p>Woman's three piece ensemble of brown suede with silk; (a) Jacket. Brown suede with horizontal line finishing print with dark brown finished suede thinning downward to lighter brown suede; appliqued with scattered leaf shaped suede and leather in colors of browns (suede), wine (suede), and metallic brown (leather). Gold cord trim for branches and around collar. Styled with band collar and center front opening with five button and loop closure (covered round buttons, alternating light and dark brown). Padded shoulders. Long, full sleeves with tucked caps and slit at wrist with to button closure. All edges jagged cut, finished with machine stitching. Unlined. Labels: "Roberto Cavalli, Made in Italy", "S" and care/content tags. Total length: 26 1/2" (67.3cm). (b)Skirt. Brown suede with horizontal dark brown lines. Medium length. Styled with straight cut with four panels; yoke effect through two piece panels. Fitted waistband. Tucks at right front side and back left side. Straight hemline. Center back closure by plastic zipper with covered button at waistband. Unlined. Labels same as jacket. Total length: 25 1/2" (64.7cm); (c)Top. Silk fabric of jacquard weave of check/laced pattern in bronze tones accented with metallic yarn and small woven gold diamonds and scattered print of four small red dots. Styled with U-shaped draped front neckline. Sleeveless. Curved side seams. Relatively straight hemline. Unlined. No labels. Length: 19 3/4" (50.2cm).</p>Bandeau top2024-01-04T20:45:18-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220987/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220987/"><img alt="Bandeau top" title="Bandeau top" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220987/small/"/></a></p><p>Woman's bandeau top of white linen and battenburg tape lace. Plain weave white linen with hand-worked tape lace with various filling techniques: inc. spiral, net, and faggoting. Styled with lace at front ruffle and lower edge. Top is strapless with straight upper edge with elasticized back. Lace ruffle at upper front. Left side separating plastic zipper. Labels: "Becky Bisoulis", "10" tag, and "Marie Leavell".</p>Skirt ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:17-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220986/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220986/"><img alt="Skirt ensemble" title="Skirt ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220986/small/"/></a></p><p>Skirt ensemble of white linen.
A) Jacket/top. About waist length, with slight flare and peplum effect at waist. High "U" neckline. Short sleeves with cap/pleated "puff" at upper edge. Center front closure with 5 circular buttons and self ruffle on either side of plaquet. Lined with heavy white satin. Built-in shoulder pads.
Designer's label at neckline: "Bill Blass"
At right seam:
Care
Size: "8"
Union label.
B) Skirt. Knee-length or slightly below. Straight, with slight seaming from 1" waistband down for fit. Right side plastic zipper closure with one hook at waistband. Fully lined with white satin lining fabric.
Labels at center front:
"Front"
Care
Union
Size: "8"</p>Skirt and blouse ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:16-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220985/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220985/"><img alt="Skirt and blouse ensemble" title="Skirt and blouse ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220985/small/"/></a></p><p>Skirt and blouse ensemble.
A) Jacket of pale blue slub linen plain weave, with pale green and mauve/pink cross stitch trim in geometric abstract floral pattern. Just below waist length, with round neckline and center front opening with 4 mauve/pink cord frog closures. Long sleeves with gathered shoulders creating a small puff, and with matching embroidery at cuffs. Slight flare from waist to hem. The cross-stitch trim is around collar, cf opening, hem, and cuffs. All edges of garment have thin mauve/pink cording lining. Lined in pale blue synthetic(?), and with padded shoulders.
Designer's label at center back neckline: "Oscar de la Renta"
B) Skirt of matching fabric. Below-knee length, gathered into 1" waistband. Left side zipper and hook-and-bar and hook-and-eye at waistband. Lined as jacket.
Labels at waistband:
"6"
Dry Clean Only
Union label.
C) Vest-style bodice of mauve/pink damask organza(?) with subtle grapevine pattern. Hip length, with high rounded collar with large self double-layer frill. Center front opening with 7 circular mauve/pink buttons. Unlined.
Size label: "8"</p>Fur-trimmed ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:15-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220984/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220984/"><img alt="Fur-trimmed ensemble" title="Fur-trimmed ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220984/small/"/></a></p><p>Woman's two-piece suit of ivory wool twill weave fabric with white fox fur collar.
A) Jacket. Full-length jacket with shawl-style collar faced with fur. Center front opening with one large hood closure. Modified yoke at shoulder front. Padded shoulders. Long fitted sleeves with three button mock closure at wrist. Lined with ivory twill lining fabric.
Retailer's label at inside back collar: "Marie / Leavell"
B) Skirt. Medium length, straight cut with fitted waistband. Two tucks on each side front below waistband, with two darts each side back. Slit (8", 20.3cm) at center back hemline. Center back plastic zipper closure with on button at waistband. Lined with matching fabric.
Retailer's Label: Marie / Leavell</p>Trapunto skirt2024-01-04T20:45:14-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220982/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220982/"><img alt="Trapunto skirt" title="Trapunto skirt" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220982/small/"/></a></p><p>Full white skirt with flower motif in pink, red and green sequins; quilted and appliqued; trapunto work.</p>Lavender ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:14-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220983/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220983/"><img alt="Lavender ensemble" title="Lavender ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220983/small/"/></a></p><p>Woman's pale blue crepe back satin three piece evening ensemble.
A) Jacket. Quilted with all over vertical stitching. Styled with stand collar at back with "V"-shaped front neckline; center front opening with no closure method. Padded shoulders. Long fitted sleeves. Straight, full cut with straight hemline. Mock stand pockets at each hip. Fully lined with pale blue plain weave lining fabric.
B) Skirt. Medium length. Straight styling with fitted waistband and gathered skirt. Slit at left side hem. Closure at left side with plastic zipper with large hood at waistband (loose). Same lining fabric.
Designer Label: Jayna / New York
C) Bandeau top. Trimmed with glass bugle beads sewn in all over lozenge (diamond) patterns with edging at both edges. Styled with straight cut and thin spaghetti straps. Closure at left side with plastic szipper and hook & eye. Lined with same lining fabric.</p>Cotton blouse2024-01-04T20:45:13-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220981/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220981/"><img alt="Cotton blouse" title="Cotton blouse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220981/small/"/></a></p><p>Blouse of white cotton with pin tucks and buttons; Bow at neck.
Label: "Jami"</p>Skirt suit2024-01-04T20:45:12-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220980/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220980/"><img alt="Skirt suit" title="Skirt suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220980/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Suit jacket of red shantung silk. Tailored with notched lapel. Center front closure of five enameled shank buttons with coat of arms design. Bracelet length set-in sleeves with 3" slit at wrist. Small welt pocket at left breast with two faux flap pockets at sides. Lined in ivory silk.
Designer's label at center back neckline: "Irene"
Retailer's label at right side opening: "Jean-Lee / Ardmore"
B) Skirt of ivory silk shantung in A-line style. Below knee length. Left side zipper with hook & eye on 1" waistband. Back panel lined in ivory silk above center back kick pleat.</p>Red evening dress2024-01-04T20:45:09-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220979/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220979/"><img alt="Red evening dress" title="Red evening dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220979/small/"/></a></p><p>Evening dress of rust red nylon chiffon. Sheer straps; v-neck; empire waist with thick, rouched waistband.</p>Double breasted dress2024-01-04T20:45:08-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220978/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220978/"><img alt="Double breasted dress" title="Double breasted dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220978/small/"/></a></p><p>Shift style day dress of oatmeal crochet knit wool. The mid-length dress is of a seed-stitch knit with Peter Pan collar and short sleeves. The collar, upper lapel edge and sleeves are finished with a single stitch crochet binding/edging. Double-breasted with ten self-covered circular buttons arranged in two vertical rows of five each. Dress opens along left vertical row with a single snap and a single small hidden button and loop to secure upper left of panel under collar. Unlined. Black band inside lower hem.
Designer's label inside at back near collar: "Norman Norell / New York".
Union label inside at hem, partly hidden by hem: 625687.</p>Full-Skirted Formal Dress2024-01-04T20:45:06-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220977/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220977/"><img alt="Full-Skirted Formal Dress" title="Full-Skirted Formal Dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220977/small/"/></a></p><p>Semi-formal dress of glitter-trimmed white net and taffeta; strapless.</p>Beaded dress2024-01-04T20:45:05-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220976/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220976/"><img alt="Beaded dress" title="Beaded dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220976/small/"/></a></p><p>Beaded mauve silk chiffon dress with castellated hemline. Round neck, low dropped waistline, sleeveless. Tubular silhouette with skirt slightly gathered to bodice. Beaded with tiny crystal beads. Attached 3/4" wide beaded belt.</p>Pants and crop top2024-01-04T20:45:04-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220975/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220975/"><img alt="Pants and crop top" title="Pants and crop top" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220975/small/"/></a></p><p>Pantsuit (two pieces) in white knit.
A) Top of white knit, cropped "bosom top", which fastens across back with straps ending in gold-colored "8" shaped metal interlocking loops. Sleeveless, but with long "flaps" from shoulders which form sleeve-like covers.
Designer's label at inside back left: "Elisabeth Stewart / California, U.S.A."
Care label at inside back right: "Hand Wash / Use Cool Iron / Do Not Machine Dry"
Manufacturer's label behind care label: "Style 843 / Cut 241 / Size 10"
B) Pants to match top. Full-length, wide-legged pants with elastic waistband.
Designer's label at inside back left: "Elisabeth Stewart / California, U.S.A."
Care label at inside back right: "Hand Wash / Use Cool Iron / Do Not Machine Dry"
Manufacturer's label behind Designer's label: "Style 814 / Cut 317 / Size Med"</p>Floral lace dress2024-01-04T20:45:02-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220972/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220972/"><img alt="Floral lace dress" title="Floral lace dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220972/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of off-white sheer fabric with all-over machine embroidery creating swirling pattern with small daisy floral motifs, strapless, ruffled machine made lace trim at bust, princess seams with boning, short vertical slits following top of bodice for ribbon to be laced through (ribbon not part of ensemble), natural waistline, full skirt gathered into waistline, side zipper, lined, no labels.</p>Day dress2024-01-04T20:45:02-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220973/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220973/"><img alt="Day dress" title="Day dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220973/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Day dress of cream and brown plaid cotton. Peter pan collar with brown bow tied at throat. Short raglan sleeves with under arm gussets; mock welt breast pockets. Center front closure with eight 1-1/8th inch buttons with bound buttonholes. Box pleat on back.
Designer's label: "Troy Petites / by / Hannah Troy"
Retailer Label: Bergdorf / Goodman / on the plaza / New York
B) Matching belt (missing).</p>Jacket and dress ensemble2024-01-04T20:45:02-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220974/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220974/"><img alt="Jacket and dress ensemble" title="Jacket and dress ensemble" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220974/small/"/></a></p><p>A) Tailored jacket of light green woven fabric, convertible collar, center front hook and eye closures, rounded patch pockets at bust, long set-in sleeves, band at waistline secured with round matching button and hook-and-eye closures and bound buttonhole, peplum, lined, in matching green fabric. Label: Dominic Rompollo
B): Dress of same, center seam, v-neckline, bodice on the bias, band at natural waistline, shallow round back neckline, center back zipper, full pleated skirt, knee-length, also lined in green fabric.</p>Sundress with shawl2024-01-04T20:45:00-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220970/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220970/"><img alt="Sundress with shawl" title="Sundress with shawl" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220970/small/"/></a></p><p>a) Sundress of white faille, halter neckline created with lace trim of self with floral motifs creating openwork, sweetheart neckline with gathering at bust to create cups, seam under bust, natural waistline, full skirt with draped pockets trimmed in lace detail, midi length, zipper at center back, unlined.
b) Shawl of self with lace trim at ends, rectangular.</p>Dress with ruffled trim2024-01-04T20:45:00-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220971/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220971/"><img alt="Dress with ruffled trim" title="Dress with ruffled trim" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220971/small/"/></a></p><p>Sundress of white cotton with navy blue and white polka dot ruffled fabric trim at top and bottom hem, strapless, shaped neckline, seams at center front and princess seams, natural waistline, full skirt, midi length, center back zipper, serged seams, unlined. No labels.</p>Playsuit with bamboo pattern2024-01-04T20:44:59-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220969/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220969/"><img alt="Playsuit with bamboo pattern" title="Playsuit with bamboo pattern" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220969/small/"/></a></p><p>Two-piece playsuit ensemble:
A) Playsuit of beige linen with yellow and brown printed bamboo design on neckline and cuffs of sleeves. Short sleeves; three bamboo cylindrical buttons as center front closure on bodice with zipper below waist on shorts portion of garment.
B) Wrap around skirt of same fabric as playsuit. Single button to closure on waistband; button is missing.</p>Pink shorts2024-01-04T20:44:57-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220968/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220968/"><img alt="Pink shorts" title="Pink shorts" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220968/small/"/></a></p><p>Shorts of pink cotton corduroy. Short cuffed legs. Wide waistband fastens in back with pink plastic button on waistband and zipper. Small slit watch pocket on right front at waistband. Unlined.
Maker's label at back left (illegible): "Port Stuff / by Wolfs"</p>Dirndl skirt2024-01-04T20:44:54-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220967/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220967/"><img alt="Dirndl skirt" title="Dirndl skirt" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220967/small/"/></a></p><p>Skirt in dirndl style of medium blue wool twill with floral embroidery on 2" waistband. Knee length. Center front is shirred with welt pockets embroidered to match waistband. Left side hook & eye closure. Unlined.</p>Cocktail dress and jacket2024-01-04T20:44:52-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220964/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220964/"><img alt="Cocktail dress and jacket" title="Cocktail dress and jacket" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220964/small/"/></a></p><p>Cocktail dress of tan taffeta.
A) Jacket. Collarless neckline with L-shaped lapels forming deep V-shape. Long sleeves with 2.5" cuffs. Closure of single button covered in bronze bugle beads and bound buttonhole. Peplum waist. Unlined; shoulder pads.
B) Dress. Three-gored skirt gathers at high waist. Street length. Strapless with 1/2" ties forming a V at center front of bodice and tying at the back neckline. Top of bodice is trimmed with scrolled band of bronze bugle beads. Center back zipper closure. Unlined.</p>Tailored suit2024-01-04T20:44:52-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220965/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220965/"><img alt="Tailored suit" title="Tailored suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220965/small/"/></a></p><p>Navy blue suit.
A) Jacket triple smoked, single breasted, long sleeves with turn back cuffs; mother of pearl buttons.
Retailer Label: Neiman-Marcus / Dallas
Designer Label: Weathervane / Tailored by / handmacher / celanese * fabric of acetate rayon
B) Skirt is plain with no embellishment; full length.</p>Silk dress2024-01-04T20:44:52-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220966/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220966/"><img alt="Silk dress" title="Silk dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220966/small/"/></a></p><p>Dress of green, gold and white silk fabric; v-neck; 3/4 in. sleeves; zipper down back
Retailer Label: Neiman-Marcus</p>Silk afternoon dress2024-01-04T20:44:51-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220963/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220963/"><img alt="Silk afternoon dress" title="Silk afternoon dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220963/small/"/></a></p><p>a) Mauve peau de soie afternoon dress with belt. Rouched sleeves, asymmetrical hem.
b) belt of same-colored leather.</p>Three-piece suit2024-01-04T20:44:50-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220961/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220961/"><img alt="Three-piece suit" title="Three-piece suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220961/small/"/></a></p><p>Brown wool knit three-piece suit.
a) Jacket of brown wool. 3 brass buttons CF and 3 on each long sleeve; 2 front flapped pockets.
"Geistex / Geist & Geist Inc. N.Y. / 1000% Pure Virgin Wool"
"medium"
b)Sweater of brown wool. Long sleeve, pull over; round neckline with "v" cut out.
c) Pants of brown wool. Slight flare, 1" waist band; no pockets.
d) narrow belt of self for pants, snaps, with faux rectangular gold-colored buckle.</p>Evening gown2024-01-04T20:44:50-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220962/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220962/"><img alt="Evening gown" title="Evening gown" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2220962/small/"/></a></p><p>Black velvet evening gown with black lace at the top of the strapless bodice. Floor length.</p>