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Envelope for Simplicity Pattern #3266

Description: Simplicity pattern 3266 to make a one-piece dress with kimono sleeves and concealed pockets, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1950
Creator: Simplicity Pattern Co.
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Maternity dress

Description: Maternity dress of black tweed with wide scoop neckline, empire waist and mid-length skirt; short, wide sleeves are gathered into hem underneath sleeve; 1 inch band at empire waist with attached belt at sides that wraps around back with a button closure; mid-length skirt with crescent pockets at sides and box pleat at center-front with buttons of self-fabric down front; zip-back closure; unlined. Designer Label: Page Boy / Dallas
Date: 1950/1970
Creator: Page Boy Maternity Company (Dallas, Tex)
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Maternity blouse

Description: Maternity blouse of rose pink douppioni silk. Sleeveless with cape style yoke which falls over the shoulders. Trim of yoke extends to form tie at front. Blouse gathers under yoke. Center front opening with closure of four large rhinestone buttons and barred buttonholes; supplemented with snap at yoke. Large patch pockets at sides are quilted with rhinestone accents at corners of quilting. Unlined. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Page Boy / Dallas"
Date: 1950/1970
Creator: Page Boy Maternity Company (Dallas, Tex)
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

[Letter from Frank E. Dawson to D. W. Kempner, June 6, 1950]

Description: Letter from Frank E. Dawson to D. W. Kempner discussing the inclusion of Kempner's International Driving License and a French Driving License, which is valid perpetually. He also requests Kempner to sign and return three applications for a Carnet de Passages, European Insurance, and a Customs Bond. The letter also details efforts to ascertain the cost of hiring a chauffeur in France, mentioning correspondence with French organizations and providing insights into chauffeur rates and qualificatio… more
Date: June 6, 1950
Creator: Dawson, Frank E.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

Maternity blouse

Description: Maternity blouse in "tent" style of gray/green cotton; waist-length with A-line shape. Very short sleeves with underarm gussets and slight gathers at top. Small white linen collar edged with narrow double-ruffle of white lace. Center front opening on triangular yoke with 5 circular silver-mounted rhinestone buttons and a hidden snap at top. Unlined. Designers label at center back neckline: "Page Boy / Dallas"
Date: 1950/1960
Creator: Page Boy Maternity Company (Dallas, Tex)
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Winter suit

Description: Winter suit of brown wool with leopard trim. A) Coat of brown wool; center front hook/eye closure; pockets trimmed with leopard fur; satin lining; five pale tan leather-covered buttons on each cuff Designer label "Revillon" in back collar. B) Belt of soft, pale tan leather No label C) Skirt of brown wool Dallas Museum of Fashion tag, no labels
Date: 1950
Creator: Revillon
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Black wool jacket

Description: Jacket of black wool. Short jacket with long sleeves, petal collar, and center front opening with seven bound buttonholes. Lacking all buttons, but with with two hook-and-loops at waist. Lined in deep red silk. Joint designer/retailer's label sewn at inside back collar: "Neiman-Marcus Dallas / Maurice Rentner".
Date: 1950
Creator: Maurice Rentner, Inc.
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Maria Santochia, January 26, 1950]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Maria Santochia apologizing for delaying their visit due to unforeseen circumstances and hopes to sail from New York in late July or early August. They discuss financial arrangements, agreeing to pay $100 per month for services, plus additional expenses for board and travel. He also mentions receiving an application from a chauffeur guide and plans to confirm the exact arrival date soon.
Date: January 26, 1950
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Robert du Pasquier to D. W. Kempner, May 12, 1950]

Description: Letter from Robert du Pasquier to D. W. Kempner informing Kempner that Mr. Mario Santochia is available from the first week of August until October 15th, and he agrees to Kempner's proposition under the terms outlined in the May 2nd letter. Du Pasquier advises Kempner to respond to either Mr. Santochia or Mr. Demaury to finalize the arrangements to his satisfaction.
Date: May 12, 1950
Creator: Pasquier, Robert du
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Robert du Pasquier to D. W. Kempner, May 2, 1950]

Description: Letter from Robert du Pasquier to D. W. Kempner detailing the availability and conditions of two chauffeurs for Kempner's upcoming European stay. Mario Santochia can confirm his availability by mid-June, with a proposed salary of 130 francs per month plus 7 francs per day when out of Paris. If unavailable, he promises to find a reliable replacement. Gilbert Demaury, an English-speaking driver recommended by a rental firm, is available from August 9th to October 15th at a rate of 2,000 francs pe… more
Date: May 2, 1950
Creator: Pasquier, Robert du
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Robert du Pasquier to D. W. Kempner, March 16, 1950]

Description: Letter from Robert du Pasquier to D. W. Kempner acknowledging Kempner's recent letter and informs him that Mr. Santochia is currently traveling and won't return until early April. Santochia's availability from August to October is uncertain. He offers to recommend another trusted chauffeur if Santochia is unavailable and suggests Kempner delay his trip to early fall for a better experience.
Date: March 16, 1950
Creator: Pasquier, Robert du
Partner: Rosenberg Library

Day dress

Description: Day dress of light red-brown silk, walking length, full length dolman sleeves, bodice with all-over vertical pleats or tucks, center front opening with button placket and five round metal buttons with facets, band collar with small tie of self, yoke from empire to natural waist, wide circle skirt, pockets at side seams, metal zipper at left side, unlined. Label at center inside neckline: Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley, Fabric by Stonecutter.
Date: 1950/1955
Creator: McCardell, Claire, 1905-1958
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Light brown jacket

Description: Jacket of light brown wool tweed. Four buttons down center front, buttons at cuffs, two front pockets; appliqued fabric bars sewn between buttons at front. Lined in peach silk. Designer's label at inside right: "London Paris / Davidow / New York" Retailer's label inside at back collar: "Neiman-Marcus / Sports Shop". Patent label at inside right: "U.S. Patent No. / 2,318,295" Coat and Suit Industry National Recovery Board label at inside right: "315074".
Date: 1950
Creator: Davidow
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Skirt suit

Description: Woman's two-piece black silk/wool blend skirt suit. A) Fitted jacket. Elbow length set-in sleeves with rolled cuffs. Collarless neckline has rounded revers. Center front seven button closure; three are larger basalt cameos surrounded in gold separated by two pairs of self-covered buttons; bound buttonholes. Narrow double-welt pocket at left breast. Front hemline interest of rounded fabric under semicircular pockets. Lined in ivory silk. Designer/retailer label at center back neckline: "Irene / … more
Date: 1950/1959
Creator: Irene
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Skirt ensemble

Description: Dress suit ensemble: a) Jacket of black and blue ribbed knit with notched collar and 2 welt breast pockets; princess seams; long sleeves; buttons down center-front; hits at hip; fully lined in black synthetic. b) Skirt of self with three front panels with two reverse pleats from hem; A-line; 1 inch waistband with hook and eye, and side zip closure; unlined; 29 inches length.
Date: 1950/1955
Creator: Simpson, Adele
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Tailored suit

Description: Navy blue suit. A) Jacket triple smoked, single breasted, long sleeves with turn back cuffs; mother of pearl buttons. Retailer Label: Neiman-Marcus / Dallas Designer Label: Weathervane / Tailored by / handmacher / celanese * fabric of acetate rayon B) Skirt is plain with no embellishment; full length.
Date: 1950
Creator: Handmacher-Vogel
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Skirt suit

Description: A) Suit jacket of red shantung silk. Tailored with notched lapel. Center front closure of five enameled shank buttons with coat of arms design. Bracelet length set-in sleeves with 3" slit at wrist. Small welt pocket at left breast with two faux flap pockets at sides. Lined in ivory silk. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Irene" Retailer's label at right side opening: "Jean-Lee / Ardmore" B) Skirt of ivory silk shantung in A-line style. Below knee length. Left side zipper with hook &… more
Date: 1950/1959
Creator: Irene
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design
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