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Suit
White floral matelasse suit. A. Jacket; jewel neckline, ¾ length set-in sleeves, center front opening with three covered buttons, single flap vertical pockets are set into the waist darts, slits at the sides, lined in white silk crepe. B. Skirt; straight waistband with left front closure, pockets set into pleats on the princess line, straight silhouette, ankle length, lined in white china silk. Worn by Valentina. -
Skirt
Red tartan plaid wool twill A-line skirt; waistband in red, yellow and black. Front of skirt has two box pleats behind which are pockets, skirt closes at center back with a zipper which has been altered at a later date by adding an inset of fabric at the zipper to increase size of the waist and hips, calf length, unlined. -
Christian LaCroix ensemble
Corset and skirt ensemble. A. Beige brocade corset; floral damask pattern, right side zipper closure, asymmetrical with tucks under left breast, external boning in front, asymmetrical point on right front at bottom. B. Brown chiffon skirt; made up of two fabrics- most of the skirt is a tan ground of abstract shapes in dark brown and reddish pink. The other fabric is pleated chiffon in khaki yellows of stripes. Used for a flounce on the hip and an underskirt; no waistband, center back zipper, many flounces and layers throughout, asymmetrical, ankle length, lined in tan chiffon.
This item is from Fall/Winter 2002-2003. -
Thierry Mugler ensemble
Cream herringbone wool ensemble. A. Jacket; v-neckline, long two-piece set-in sleeves with wool fringe inserted into the outside seam at the cuff, many waist darts creating nipped-in waist, high hip length, single welt pockets, four snaps closure on the princess seam line, built-in fringed shawl is thrown over the left shoulder, large silver tone metal "Sheriff" badge in star shape attached to jacket, lined in white acetate taffeta. B. Skirt; straight waistband, wrap-around style overlaps in front, midcalf length, lined in white acetate taffeta. -
Anna Sui ensemble
A. Tailored menswear style silk crepe shirt of uneven teal, brown, white, yellow, and purple stripes, buttons down center front. B. Silk crepe tie of uneven teal, brown, white, yellow, and purple stripes. C. Wool twill teal plaid skirt; lines of tartan pattern are white and purple, no waistband, invisible zipper, chain at waist, sewn down pleats, knee length, unlined.
This item is from Fall/Winter 2001-2002.Tags Anna Sui, brown, Ebony Fashion Fair, necktie, plaid, shirt, silk crepe, skirt, stripes, teal, wool twill -
Thierry Mugler red hot ensemble
Dark red and black wool gabardine ensemble. A. Jacket; high standing collar, extended armscye, long black knit wool sleeves, center front closure of many snaps covered by faux buttons, many seams create a nipped waistline and wide hips, flaps for faux pockets on hips, sewn-on belt buckles in front, back is black knit wool with a dark red gabardine swag extending from the shoulders to the waist, black velvet rose in the swag, lined in red acetate taffeta. B. Straight skirt; princess seaming in front, black knit wool center back, knee length, Zipper closure on the side back princess seam, lined in red acetate taffeta. Ensemble is named "Red Hot."
This item is from Fall/Winter 1995-1996. -
Valentino Boutique ensemble
Evening suit ensemble. A. Pale orange silk/rayon burnout velvet tunic; lavender and metallic gold velvet flowers and leaves pattern, lower section is lavender and gold lace, sleeveless, deep v-neckline, one button closure at the waistline, knee length. B. Lavender and gold lace jacket; surplice front, low v-neckline, long set-in sleeves, loops for buttons, lined in beige tulle. C. Lavender and gold lace skirt; straight silhouette, straight waistband with invisible zipper, lined in beige tulle. -
Tunic and skirt without jacket
A. Pale orange silk/rayon burnout velvet tunic. Lavender and metallic gold velvet flowers and leaves pattern; Lower section is lace in lavender and gold; sleeveless; knee length; Deep v-neckline; one button closure at the waistline. C. Lavender and gold lace skirt; straight silhouette; straight waistband with invisible zipper; Lined in nude tulle.
Worn with jacket (Object ID #2013.04.06.B) to form evening suit ensemble. -
Vivienne Westwood ensemble
Dark red and black silk satin patchwork ensemble; large scale checkered pattern, squares are 4 inches. A. Bodice; asymmetrically draped, off the shoulder, long sleeves, pointed waistline in front, center back zipper, internal black corset. B. Skirt; asymmetrically draped, knee length, side zipper. -
Todd Oldham ensemble
A. Gold silk blouse; horizontal rows of decorations of gold and silver embroidery, gold sequins, and gold beads. Wide scoop neckline, short cap sleeves, cropped top ends just below the bust, strands of gold beaded fringe at hem, back gold button closures, large single rhinestone, and loops. B. Sheer red printed silk chiffon bandeau bra; large floral design in yellow, green, blue, and white. Edged with red satin ribbon, unlined. C. Red chiffon miniskirt; fabric shot with gold threads printed in large floral motifs, no waistband, center back invisible zipper closure, lined in white taffeta.
This item is from Spring/Summer 1998. -
Zandra Rhodes II ensemble
A. Brown wool tweed wrap-around full skirt; pleated, hem decorated with printed satin band 5 inches wide with brown satin ribbon above and black grosgrain ribbon below, above knee length. B. Brown wool tweed jacket; wide portrait collar covered with brown embroidery throughout, knotted fringe on edge of collar, long set-in sleeves with embroidery at wrist, fitted through waist, hip length, one button closure, lined in orange taffeta. Part of ensemble with blouse (Object ID #2013.04.17.C).
Zandra Rhodes II is the clothing line, by designer Zandra Lindsey Rhodes.
This item is from Fall/Winter 1990-1991. -
Douglas Hannant ensemble
Evening ensemble. A. Halter-top blouse of coral chiffon covered in clear iridescent sequins; deep V surplice neckline, separate midriff yoke hooks in back, sleeveless, lavender trim. B. Coral and lavender chiffon skirt; vertical flounces of alternating colors, slit to the upper thigh at center left, upper skirt is lined, straight waistband, ankle length.
This item is from Spring/Summer 2005. -
Two piece suit
Black wool suit with green, red, and white slub yarns threaded horizontally through fabric to form stripes. A. Box jacket; square neckline; true double breasted front closure with bound buttonholes; straight sleeves with one button. B. A-line skirt; knee length; zipper broken; missing button at left cuff. -
Three piece ensemble
A. Navy linen box jacket; patch pockets at hips; convertible collar. B. Navy linen skirt; dirndl style; mock wrap. C. Navy and white striped cotton blouse; flip ties at neck; short sleeves. Missing a button. -
Skirt and blouse without jacket
B. Navy linen skirt; dirndl style; mock wrap. C. Navy and white striped cotton blouse; flip ties at neck; short sleeves. Missing a button.
Worn with jacket (Object ID #1986.10.A) to form three piece ensemble. -
Two piece ensemble
Red wool melton ensemble. A. Cardigan style jacket; jewel neckline; three inch inset waistband; 2.25 inch covered button closure at left side front; two mock pocket flaps at hips; straight sleeves. B. Skirt; A-line; grosgrain ribbon waistband; knee length. -
Two piece suit
Yellow double cloth skirt suit. A. Chanel style suit jacket; spread collar; front collar, bands, and pocket trim in yellow and white houndstooth check. B. Straight suit skirt; yellow and white houndstooth check waistband. -
Detail of suit jacket
Detail of suit jacket to show lining and skirt. -
Three piece ensemble
Three piece ensemble. A. Red sheer cotton batiste blouse; printed in a border print of red, white, blue, gold, and beige florals on a red or black background; square neckline; front snap closure; long cuffed sleeves; gathered at waist with a peplum. B. Red linen flared skirt; seams at center front and center back. C. Red linen tie belt. -
Three piece ensemble
Brown jersey ensemble. A. Blouse; collar draped with ties at shoulder; kimono sleeve cut all in one with rest of blouse. B. Skirt; A-line; knee-length. C. Tie belt.