Fuschia Silk Chiffon Evening Dress, 1953-1955

Description:
Fuschia silk chiffon floor-length evening dress. Horizontal tucks in front become vertical in back. Loose, floating panels hang from waistline. This garment was owned by Mrs. Harvey Firestone of Detroit, Michigan.The floating panels would have looked fabulous as Mrs. Firestone danced. She liked this gown very much and had one made in white chiffon as well.
Date Issued:
[1953 TO 1955]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection
Place:
Paris, France
Subject Topic:
Evening gowns
Format:
clothing
Rights:
Images are copyright The Henry Ford. Web versions may be used for reference purposes only. If you would like a higher quality image please contact the Benson Ford Research Center.
URL:
http://digital.library.wayne.edu/item/wayne:EM02_89_492_504