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Not currently on display at the V&A

Dress

1980s (retailed)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Dress of beige/brown animal print silk in shift style. It is sleeveless with centre-back button opening. There is a loop at the right hip. The dress is lined in silk and has shoulder pads. Scarf of floral and animal printed silk chiffon with fringe on 2 sides. It has been altered with tucks in 2 sides to make smaller.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Dress
  • Scarf
Materials and techniques
silk chiffon, machine sewn
Brief description
Dress and scarf, beige and brown animal print silk, Valentino, c.1985
Physical description
Dress of beige/brown animal print silk in shift style. It is sleeveless with centre-back button opening. There is a loop at the right hip. The dress is lined in silk and has shoulder pads. Scarf of floral and animal printed silk chiffon with fringe on 2 sides. It has been altered with tucks in 2 sides to make smaller.
Dimensions
  • Approximate length: 96cm
  • Dress including hanger weight: 0.32kg
  • Length: 130cm
Production typeReady to wear
Credit line
Given by Jill Ritblat
Production
Reason For Production: Retail
Collection
Accession number
T.411:1,2-2000

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Record createdAugust 18, 2000
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