Dress
Dress
Dress
Dress
Dress
Dress


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Clothing and Accessories
Women's Clothing ➔ Dress

Identifier:
139654
Description:
This dress is black and consists of two pieces that include a bodice and skirt. The bodice is made of silk and has a net overlay that is decorated with black applique. It has a standing collar as well as three-quarter sleeves. The skirt is made of taffeta and is slightly gathered at the back of the waist. 
Date:
circa 1870 – 1890
Materials:
Net, Applique, Taffeta, Silk
Current Location Status:
On Exhibit
Collection Tier:
Tier 2
Source:
Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Dix
Exhibit/Program:
Fashion + Nature (April 2022)

Fashion + Nature examines the relationships between the natural world and the fashion industry. Clothing has long been produced with natural materials and inspired by the beauty and diversity of the natural world, but the fashion industry has had a largely negative impact on the environment. This exhibit showcases a wide variety of captivating scientific specimens and fascinating garments, to illustrate their relationship to each other and their interconnected histories. Fashion + Nature aims to inspire and educate visitors, encouraging us to become better consumers and reduce the harmful impacts of the fashion industry.


Related Entity:
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Dix (donor)
Related Objects:
Related Place:
Grand Rapids