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Jumpsuit - Prue Acton, Black & Cream Knit, circa 1969
Reg. No: SH 942016
- Summary:
- This dress was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L circa 1969. According to the donor it was on of the first bonded knit designs made in Australia. It was also worn by a model for Prue Acton's 25th Anniversary Parade in 1988.
- Description:
- Black cotton sleeveless jumpsuit with cream knitted ribbed bodice bound in black with cream stitching. A long zippered opening is at the centre back. The pants have large patch pockets at each side.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 1994
| Discipline: | History |
| Dimensions: | 145.00 cm (Height) |
More information
| Tagged with: | clothing, fashion, fashion design, fashion industry, women s clothing |
| Themes this item is part of: | Prue Acton, Fashion Designer (1943- ), Clothing & Textiles Collection, Domestic & Community Life Collection |
| Primary Classification: | CLOTHING |
| Secondary Classification: | Female |
| Tertiary Classification: | outerwear |
| Inscriptions: | Label inside back collar: Prue Acton/ AUSTRALIA Label upper right of zippered opening: 34 Labels left side bodice seam: 42, 49, 12 |
| Manufacturer: | Prue Acton Pty. Ltd. (and/or Contractors), Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1968-1969 |
| Designer: | Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1968-1969 |
| References: | RMIT Collection |
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