Dress
DesignerDesigned by
Susan Shields
American
Date1991
MediumMachine-stitched synthetic fiber
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 56 x 29in. (142.2 x 73.7cm)
Hem (circumference): 34 1/2in. (87.6cm)
Hem (circumference): 34 1/2in. (87.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Claudia T. Weicker
DescriptionWoman's evening dress of navy rib-woven synthetic fabric, with a white gathered ruff at neckline and shoulders. This full-length sheath dress has a left side slit as well as two front and two back darts. It closes at center back with a zipper.
Object number2001.34.0
Markings"Susan Shields/ New York, Westport, Greenwich" on woven tape sewn at the back of the neck.NotesHistorical Note: Claudia Testa Weicker wore this dress in 1991 at the inauguration of her husband, Lowell P. Weicker, Jr., as Governor of Connecticut.Subject Terms
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