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Suit - Prue Acton, Tan Suede, 1971
Reg. No: SH 942038
- Summary:
- This coat was designed and manufactured in Melbourne by Prue Acton P/L in 1971, from Geppetto leather produced in Melbourne. It was advertised in 'Dolly' magazine in April 1971, p. 63, worn under rolled- neck jumper . Its original retail price was $56.
- Description:
- This outfit consists of a suede top and skirt:
(1) Short-sleeved collarless tan suede top featuring "bull's - eye" suede applique on each sleeve. The jacket is fastened with eight wooden bu buttons from neck to hem.
(2) A-line suede leather midi-length skirt featuring "bull's eye" and zig-zag appliques at hemline. Skirt is tan coloured. - Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 1994
| Discipline: | History |
| Dimensions: | 61.00 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: | ensembles |
| Inscriptions: | Label inside back collar and inside back waistband: Prue Acton/ AUSTRALIA Label inside back waistline: GEPPETTO/100% GENUINE LEATHER/MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA. |
| Manufacturer: | Prue Acton Pty. Ltd. (and/or Contractors), Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1971 |
| Designer: | Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1971 |
| References: | RMIT collection |
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