Ensemble
1996 (made)
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| Place of origin |
Shirin Guild’s clothing envelops the body with designs based upon the squares and T-shapes of traditional Iranian and Japanese clothing. This layered linen ensemble in a muted palette draws upon both sources. The jacket derives from the kimono and the design of the trousers, with its distinctive front panel, is inspired by the clothing of Iranian peasant woman, who wear skirts of their trousers for warmth.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Parts | This object consists of 4 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Linen |
| Brief description | Ensemble comprising a linen vest, two linen jackets, and linen trousers, designed by Shirin Guild, Britain, 1996 |
| Physical description | Light brown linen vest; two striped linen jackets; linen trousers; loose and layered shape. |
| Gallery label | Shirin Guild envelops the body with designs based upon the squares and T-shapes of traditional Iranian and Japanese clothing. This layered linen ensemble in a muted palette draws upon both sources. The jacket derives from the kimono and the design of the trousers, with its distinctive front panel, is inspired by the clothing of Iranian peasant women, who wear skirts over their trousers for warmth.(1997) |
| Credit line | Given by the designer |
| Object history | Registered File number 1996/367. |
| Production | Spring/summer 1996 collection. |
| Summary | Shirin Guild’s clothing envelops the body with designs based upon the squares and T-shapes of traditional Iranian and Japanese clothing. This layered linen ensemble in a muted palette draws upon both sources. The jacket derives from the kimono and the design of the trousers, with its distinctive front panel, is inspired by the clothing of Iranian peasant woman, who wear skirts of their trousers for warmth. |
| Bibliographic reference | De la Haye, Amy (ed.). The Cutting Edge: 50 Years of British Fashion 1947- 1997. London : V&A Publications, 1997
plate 70 |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | T.132:1 to 4-1996 |
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| Record created | September 4, 2003 |
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