Skirt Suit
1948 (made)
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This chic two-piece and its attractive owner received many approving remarks and envious glances at Ascot. Wedge-soled sandals and a wide-brimmed hat trimmed with a perky bunch of red cherries completed the ensemble. The fitted jacket with a tiny waist has edgings, buttons and a tailored bow in navy grosgrain. The hem is notched to accommodate the curve of the hips. The full, stiffened skirt has wide pleats which fall from a deep yoke.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Wool and grosgrain |
| Brief description | Woollen jacket and skirt, designed by Rahvis, Great Britain, 1948 |
| Physical description | Blue and white checked wool suit comprising a fitted jacket with a notched hem, and a full and stiffened skirt. With blue silk grosgrain bows. |
| Production type | Haute couture |
| Gallery label | This chic two-piece and its attractive owner received many approving remarks and envious glances at Ascot. Wedge-soled sandals and a wide-brimmed hat trimmed with a perky bunch of red cherries completed the ensemble. The fitted jacket with a tiny waist has edgings, buttons and a tailored bow in navy grosgrain. The hem is notched to accommodate the curve of the hips. The full, stiffened skirt has wide pleats which fall from a deep yoke.(1997) |
| Credit line | Given by Mrs A. Davis |
| Production | Attribution note: This suit was worn with wedge-soled sandals and a wide brimmed hat at Ascot. |
| Summary | This chic two-piece and its attractive owner received many approving remarks and envious glances at Ascot. Wedge-soled sandals and a wide-brimmed hat trimmed with a perky bunch of red cherries completed the ensemble. The fitted jacket with a tiny waist has edgings, buttons and a tailored bow in navy grosgrain. The hem is notched to accommodate the curve of the hips. The full, stiffened skirt has wide pleats which fall from a deep yoke. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | T.486:1, 2-1996 |
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| Record created | September 2, 2003 |
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