Russet Dupion Day Dress
Datec. 1952
Object NameDress
Mediumslubbed dupion, organdie
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength: 1.7 Cm; Waist: 64 Cm; Skirt Hem Circumference: 151 Cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift, 1983.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS002385
About MeThis dress has a slim fitting bodice with off the shoulder straps and a ruffle beneath the shoulder straps. The skirt would have been worn with a hooped underskirt to create volume.
This dress was made in Hong Kong.
Qing Dynasty, mid - late 19th century
Qing Dynasty, mid 19th century
1930 - 1940
1890-1910
Taisho Period, c.1924