Black Silk Walking Dress
RetailerSold by
Isaac Benzie
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1894 - 1972)
Date1900
Object NameDress
Mediumcorded silk
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS011365
About MeThis early 20th century costume, purchased from Isaac Benzie, was designed as a walking dress, despite its straight skirt and close fitting boned bodice. The only concession is the double band of fabric around the hem to protect it from the dirt and dust. More About Me
How times change! Do you think you could do much walking in this? Isaac Benzie was a local Aberdeen department store until it was bought by House of Fraser in 1955 and rebranded in 1972.
Early 1930s
1960 - 1980
1880 - 1900
1860-1889
1930s
1900 - 1920
Early 20th century
1980s
1950 - 1960
1900 - 1910
c.1930-1935
