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1. Crepe-backed satin cocktail dress from the late 1930s to mid 1940s

Description:
Woman's crepe-backed satin, below knee-length cocktail dress in olive green with loops of pink. A small sequin centers each of the loops. The bodice has short sleeves, a high round neck with a slight turn-over at the throat, and a slit down the center front that is fastened with a hook and loop. The back is draped, and has a cut out from the nape to shoulder blades. The natural waist has a waistband, and the skirt and bodice are gathered so as to appear to tie in the center front. The skirt is fairly straight and has a side zipper. Labels: "Hattie Carnegie" and "Stanley Korshak, Chicago."
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
[1939 TO 1946]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

2. Women's navy blue wool coat from the late 1930s to mid 1940s

Description:
Woman's navy blue wool coat in a below-the-knee length. The princess line coat is single breasted, and its front seams end in pleats on the breast and skirt. The long narrow sleeves are decorated with a large triangular panel of drawn thread work. The coat has a false collar of drawn thread, wide padded shoulders, and six large buttons with a faint wood grain. It is lined with navy taffeta. Label: Hattie Carnegie, Inc.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
[1938 TO 1945]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

3. Women's brocaded, green satin pumps from the early twentieth century

Description:
A pair of woman's silver brocaded, green satin pumps with a rhinestone buckle at the vamp. The shoes have pointed toes, and curved cloth-covered heels. Label: Made For The Walk-Over Shop, 330 5th Ave., N.Y.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
[1910 TO 1913]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

4. Women's coat and dress evening ensemble of black and white floral print satin clocque from the 1960s

Description:
Woman's coat and dress evening ensemble of black and white floral print satin clocque. The floor length coat has a round neckline without a closing. The sleeves are pleated at the shoulder, then fall kimono-like to a three quarter length. The coat is seamed up the center back, and lined with acetate. The floor length dress has a fitted camisole bodice with spaghetti straps seed beads and dangling pendant beads. It zips down the back. The ensemble has a Ruth Joyce label.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
[1964 TO 1966]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

5. Silk jersey dress from the 1970s

Description:
Woman's silk jersey dress in fuschia and black floral signature print. It has a round scoop neck, straight loose sleeves, a straight bodice, and a slightly flaring skirt that begins at the hipline. The dress zips down the back. Label: Emilio Pucci, Florence, Italy. Saks 5th Avenue, Emilio Pucci Boutique.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
[1970 TO 1975]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

6. Women's high laced, white suede/buck sports shoes from the 1920s

Description:
A pair of woman's high laced, white suede/buck sports shoes. Their tops are plain, and the shoes are embellished with a perforated strip design, and have leather soles, and low stacked leather heels. Large size. Never worn. One inch heel. Label: Frank Brothers Fifth Ave. N.Y. Date of 4/26/20 on left sole.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
1920-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

7. Women's single breasted, gold suede coat from the 1960s

Description:
Woman's single breasted, gold suede coat with four gold-color, composition buttons, rounded collar, pockets at side seams, and overstitching in front. The straight sleeves have a vent at the cuff. The three-quarters length coat is lined in gold wool jersey. Worn by donor. Label: A Bonnie Cashin Design, Sills and Co.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
1965-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

8. Women's black wool and amber brown mink coat from the 1930s

Description:
Woman's black wool and amber brown mink coat. It has a wide mink collar which can be worn up or spread out. The cape is also edged with mink. There are three lines of tucks running diagonally across the coat and on the cape and cuffs. It has side buttons. Label: "An Original Design by Peggy Hoyt, N.Y." Dated 10/20/32.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
1932-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

9. Women's purple felt hat from the 1940s

Description:
Woman's purple felt hat with high round crown with flat top. Hat is encircled with a two inch wide taupe grosgrain ribbon ending in a flat bow which lays on front of brim. 2.5 inch wide brim curves down in back and tilts up slightly in front. Two combs on side. Label: Lilly DACHE, Paris, 78 East 56th St., New York.
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
[1946 TO 1948]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection

10. Brown linen from the 1950s

Description:
Woman's brown linen dress edged with white, fitted bodice," v" neck, side zipper, very short sleeves, cut in one with bodice, with gusset, natural waist, narrow self belt, straight, mid calf skirt, with rear kick pleat, false pockets on hips, 2 oblongs of white bias on right side of bodice, label reads "Harmay, N.Y."
Notes:
The original materials from this collection are held at the Detroit Historical Society. Additional related items that were not photographed are also available.
Date Issued:
[1950 TO 1955]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection