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1. Bonnet, 1885-1895

Description:
This shape of bonnet is referred to as a "Poke" bonnet. Poke bonnets were popular in the late 18th to mid 19th century and are characterized by a flat crown and deep, projecting brim only in the front.The wide silk ribbon was likely onlydecorative and not used as a closure. There are remnants of an elastic strap stitched in to the hat lining. This elastic strap was encased in fabric and would have been worn under the chin, securing the hat on the wearers head. It was likely worn for formal afternoon events.
Date Issued:
[1885 TO 1895]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

2. Hat, 1955-1965

Description:
Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.
Date Issued:
[1955 TO 1965]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

3. Hat, 1925-1935

Description:
Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.
Date Issued:
[1927 TO 1935]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

4. Hat, 1930-1939

Description:
Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.
Date Issued:
[1930 TO 1939]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

5. Cap, 1956-1964

Description:
Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.
Date Issued:
[1956 TO 1964]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection