Designer
Elinor Simmons American, active c. 1962–1972
Manufacturerfor
Malcolm Starr American, 1924–2008
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Evening Gown
Datec. 1965
PlaceUnited States
MediumSilk faille, organza, sequins, paillettes, brilliants, and seed beads
Dimensions53 1/2 × 29 inches
Credit LineGift of Elaine S. White
Object number92.310
Not on view
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Department
Decorative Arts, Craft, and DesignObject Type
Exhibition HistoryExhibited in "Celebrating Seventh: New York Fashion Designers," at MFAH Mar. 24 - May 26, 1996
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscription: Labeled on interior waistline.
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