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Ladies Two-piece Pink Linen suit
Ladies Pink Linen Two-Piece Skirt Suit
Ladies Two-piece Pink Linen suit
Ladies Two-piece Pink Linen suit

Ladies Pink Linen Two-Piece Skirt Suit

Wearer (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 1905 - 1999)
Dateearly 1960s
Object NameSuit
Mediumlinen, silk
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsJacket: 97 x 58.5 x 104cm
Skirt: 76 x 66cm
Sash: 136 x 6.9cm
AcquisitionMarguerite McBey Bequest, 2000.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS054450
Keywords
About MeThis two-piece suit which was worn by Marguerite McBey embodies the style of Jackie Kennedy. The pastel pink colour, boxy jacket and oversized buttons are elements that are characteristic of the informal tailoring of the period. Viewing the suit alongside the kaftan one can see the varied wardrobe Marguerite owned. Dated to the early 1960s.
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This two-piece suit embodies the style of the 1960s and Jackie Kennedy. The pastel pink colour, boxy jacket and oversized buttons are elements that are characteristic of the informal tailoring of the period.