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Dress

Dress of black rayon crepe in an asymmetrical design with diagonal pink rayon crepe left side shoulder and sleeve. Pink diagonal line meets under left arm with hanging pink fabric accent. High V-neckline with black fabric draping at left. Mid length skirt with draped accent down left. Two black hanging ties at left side seam waist. Long, tapered sleeves. Center back zipper closure. Unlined; shoulder pads. Designer label: Adrian / Original
Date: 1940/1949
Creator: Adrian, 1903-1959
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Print dress

Summer suit of textured Enka rayon in pink and black "Fiberset" Holstein cow print with black flies . A) Jacket has two front ties; one at neck and one at natural waist. Two hook-and-eye closures along center front behind waist tie; flip peplum and 3/4 sleeves. Unlined. Built-in shoulder pads. Label: "Adrian / Original" B) Skirt is below knee-length; gored and flared. Waistband of black grosgrain ribbon with hook & eye closure. Unlined.
Date: 1944
Creator: Adrian, 1903-1959
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Print ensemble

Coat ensemble of black African inspired print in rows of stylized animals, spiral/concentric circles and lines on gold background. a) Dress. Street length; long, full dolman sleeves. High, straight neckline. Skirt gathers at natural waist. Center back zipper closure with hook & eyes at neckline. Unlined; shoulder pads. b) Coat of black wool jersey with matching African print lining. Styled with cape shoulders that become a hood. Attached full length scarf. No closure; shoulder pads. Designer label: Adrian / Original Note: Print is in a style variously described as "jungle"; "Egyptian"; and "Greek Geometric Period".
Date: Spring 1947
Creator: Adrian, 1903-1959
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Skirt suit

Gray worsted wool two-piece suit. A) Jacket. Hip-length with long sleeves. Center front opening with four large circular buttons (one missing) and bound buttonholes. Front with piece-in bands of same cloth forming cross-overs at upper bust and arcs below the two pockets. Lined in peach fabric. Designer's label at left side: Adrian / Original Retailer's label: Nan Duskin / Philadelphia B) Skirt. Street-length, mid-calf length. Zipper closure at left hip with hook-and-eyes at waistband. Unlined. Retailer's label near hem on side seam: Nan Duskin / Philadelphia
Date: 1945
Creator: Adrian, 1903-1959
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Sport shirt

Man's sport's shirt of blue Irish linen. Long sleeves, center front opening, two patch pockets with buttons at upper chest. Convertible neck. Designer's label: "Adrian / designs for men / Neiman-Marcus" Fabric label: "Imported / Irish Linen" Size label: "Washable / M"
Date: 1945
Creator: Adrian, 1903-1959
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library
Advance Fashion News, August 1949 (open access)

Advance Fashion News, August 1949

Advance Fashion News pamphlet with illustrations of various women's and children's designs illustrated in black, white, and blue tones.
Date: August 1949
Creator: Advance Pattern Co.
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Advance Pattern #4077 (open access)

Envelope for Advance Pattern #4077

Advance pattern 4077 to make a dress with darted skirt, extended shoulders, long or short set-in sleeves, and various necklines, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1945/1948
Creator: Advance Pattern Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for American Thread Company Pattern #118 (open access)

Envelope for American Thread Company Pattern #118

American Thread Company pattern #118 to transfer a "lazy daisy" motif in three versions, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1945/1955
Creator: American Thread Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Anne Adams Institution Pattern #4973 (open access)

Anne Adams Institution Pattern #4973

Anne Adams Institution pattern 4973 to make an apron with self tie at waistline; no envelope.
Date: 1940/1955
Creator: Anne Adams Institution
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library

Alligator pumps

Green-brown or olive alligator pump with button at side. Spike heel, pointed toe. Measurements: L: 25 cm W: 7.4 cm H: 14 cm Heel: 8 cm, (3 in.) Markings: Right- "Balmain / Paris Mexico"
Date: 1945/1955
Creator: Balmain, Pierre
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Alligator Pumps

Light brown alligator pump with button at side, spike heel, pointed toe. Measurements: L: 25 cm W: 7.2 cm H: 14 cm Heel: 8 cm, (3 in.) markings: Right- "Balmain / Paris Mexico"
Date: 1945/1955
Creator: Balmain, Pierre
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Dressing gown

Dressing gown or robe of purple-red or maroon machine-made lace with floral design. Small round collar in tow pieces that overlap at center back. Center front closure of three loops and one remaining self-covered button. Full-length. Half- length dolman sleeves. Light pink tricot lining. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Odette Barsa / Original"
Date: 1947/1952
Creator: Barsa, Odette
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Dressing gown

Dressing gown or robe of purple-red or maroon machine-made lace with floral design. Small round collar in tow pieces that overlap at center back. Center front closure of three loops and one remaining self-covered button. Full-length. Half- length dolman sleeves. Light pink tricot lining. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Odette Barsa / Original"
Date: 1945/1955
Creator: Barsa, Odette
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Play ensemble

Play ensemble of multicolor hibiscus floral print on chartreuse/yellow-green ground. All edges hand-finished. Play outfit consists of: A) Top/Blouse. Midriff-length/cropped top. Deep V neckline, center front opening that ties at hem. Cut wide at shoulders create short wing/cap puffed sleeves. Unlined. Built-in shoulder pads. Designer's label: Bette Ann / Mexico B) Shorts. Slightly flaring; no waistband; left side zipper. Unlined. C) Wrap-around over-skirt/sarong. Full-length, formed of a wide rectangular of fabric, the lower corner at one end curved off to be the outer curve of the skirt when wrapped and tucked. D & E) Sandals with rope soles. On individual record, stored with shoes.
Date: 1940/1949
Creator: Bette Ann
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #1759 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #1759

Butterick pattern 1759 to make a coat with wide notched collar and pockets and dress with five-panel skirt, set-in sleeves, and high round neckline, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1941
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3037 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3037

Butterick pattern 3037 to make a bolero suit with long sleeves, slim paneled skirt, seam details mimicking revers collar, and built up waistline, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1944
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3051 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3051

Butterick pattern 3051 to make blouses with various necklines and sleeve styles, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1940
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3382 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3382

Butterick pattern 3382 to make a one-piece dress with cap sleeves, scalloped front button closure, self belt, and gathered skirt, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1944/1945
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3436 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3436

Butterick pattern 3436 to make a dress with yoke and bow neckline, front button closure, short set-in sleeves, and short full collar set into pointed waistband, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1945
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3481 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3481

Butterick pattern 3481 to make a one-piece dress with draped wrap skirt and tie at natural waist, front button closure, cap or set-in sleeves, and v-neckline, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1945
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3615 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #3615

Butterick pattern 3615 to make a dress with surplice bodice, short or long sleeves, gathering at shoulders, and day length, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1945
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #4637 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #4637

Butterick pattern 4637 to make a one-piece casual dress with revers collar, front button closure, attached self belt, cuffed set-in sleeves, and princess seams, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1948
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #4653 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #4653

Butterick pattern 4653 to make a softly tailored robe with patch pocket and self tie, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1948
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
Envelope for Butterick Pattern #5335 (open access)

Envelope for Butterick Pattern #5335

Butterick pattern 5335 to make a dress with yoke and bow neckline, lace inserts, pointed waistband, gathered skirt, and various sleeve options, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Date: 1943
Creator: Butterick Company
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library