Detail of front closures

Black silk tissue taffeta party dress; wide scoop neckline; short kimono sleeves with gussets, asymmetrical 4 black button closure; gathered skirt into natural waist, very wide; skirt slit to hem at opening; bow on front left thigh; back bodice has asymmetrical neckline and 4 waist darts; probably was worn with a belt. No label.

Worn by Jane Bradley Pettit.

Party dress (Object ID #2008.09.69)

Galanos, James

1952-1955

Donor: Lynde and David Uihlein

Object ID #2008.09.69

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