Lilac Ball Gown
Date1950s
Object NameDress
MediumManmade taffeta, Tulle, Brocaded net, Net
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsL: 121cm, B: 84cm, W: 68cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2010 by Patricia Duguid.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS081881
About MeLadies' lilac tulle and net evening dress. The strapless taffeta boned underskirt has an over bodice of tulle covered with brocaded net with silver lining. The bodice has a scoop neck with "V" at front waist. The full skirt has a buckram layer beneath a layer of tulle over the taffeta underskirt. The top layer is brocaded 2/3 of the way down with scalloped edge.
