Blue Velvet Dress with Lace Trim
Date1930s
Object NameDress
Mediumsilk velvet and lace
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsAltered Length: 118cm
Original Length: 106cm
Inside Sleeve: 42cm
Original Length: 106cm
Inside Sleeve: 42cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006068
Keywords
Blue is one of the popular colours in which velvet is made. This dress dating to the 1930s has unusual trimming, which is actually black lace with cream machined embroidery.
c. 1881
1950s