Evening dress
Clothes for Women
Inventory number
2022.2.10.9.CW.DR.C1985.GBAuthor:
ND Fashions (European, 20th century)Description
Fancy short gown made of synthetic materials. The skirt is a succession of pleated flounces in golden bronze. It is festooned at the top with masses of fabric forming motifs of roses in bloom, embellished with golden ribbons. Between the skirt and the bustier a piece of golden fabric emphasises the waist. The bustier is made up of gathers of fabric forming gilded bronze floral motifs. The flower buttons are made of glittering multicoloured sequins. The very short sleeves are made of pleated fabrics forming shoulder pads. A zip at the back of the buster makes it easy to put on and take off the dress.Donation from the ERDOTEX group, European leader in the revaluation of used textiles, as a part of a partnership in the selection by Alexandre Vassiliev Foundation of the most emblematic pieces, in order to illustrate the history of fashion and to look at these pieces from the angle of Art work.
This dress is part of the New Romantic style and the craze that followed Diana SPENCER's wedding in 1981. As the Thatcherite UK entered a period of restraint that did not encourage creativity, a few major media figures were to carry the reputation of British fashion. The dress Lady Diana wore inspired puffed sleeves, full skirts, and soft fabrics.
Materials
PolyamidePolyester
Cotton