Evening Gown
Description:
Evening gown of tobacco brown floral embroidered tulle embellished with sequins. Tulip or "mermaid" style full-length gown has spaghetti straps trimmed in single row of sequins and structured bodice. Empire waist. Center back zipper. Silk lining/attached slip. Cream grosgrain ribbon petersham at empire waist with two hook & eye closures. Stiffened at hem with matching tulle netting and horizontal bands of horsehair.
Single label in gown with retailer and designer: "Neiman-Marcus Dallas / Tra…
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Date:
1950/1955
Creator:
Norell, Norman, 1900-1972
Partner:
UNT College of Visual Arts + Design