Dress
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Frances J. Budleski
(American, 1914 - 2007)
Dateabout 1945
MediumRayon, metal zipper
DimensionsDress (length): 49 1/2in. (125.7cm)
Component (length x width of belt (.b)): 33 1/2 x 1in. (85.1 x 2.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift, Frances Budleski Dapkus Collection
Object number2008.32.2a,b
DescriptionWoman's dress of slate blue rayon. The dress has a v-shaped neckline in front, created by overlapping panels stitched into the waistline. The short dolman sleeves are seamed just in front of the top of the shoulder; this shoulder seam is closely gathered near the neckline. The bodice panels are also gathered into the waist, which is encircled by a 4 inch wide band. The bias-cut skirt is fit smoothly into the waist and flares to the hem. The dress has a narrow, self-fabric belt with a self-fabric covered buckle. A zipper set into the proper left side seam fastens the dress. The dress has self-covered shoulder pads.
Status
Not on view
