Mexico, cocktail dress 1954 H line, autumn-winter 195455 Medium silk (faille, velvet), metallic thread, sequins Measurements 135.0 cm (centre back) 29.0 cm (waist, flat) Credit Line National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Purchased with funds donated by Mrs Krystyna Campbell-Pretty in memory of Mr Harold Campbell-Pretty, 2015 Christian Dior Couture Gallery location Not on display About this work The exaggerated volume of this gown shows a favoured design device of Christian Diors
Designed with a classic round neckline and softly structured short sleeves, it frames the upper body with refined ease, while subtle gathering adds gentle shape and contemporary polish
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Zigzag lace trimming on top and back ties
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