Woman's Cocktail Dress

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Woman's Cocktail Dress

Fall 1995

This dress epitomizes the ultra-feminine sensibilities of Oscar de la Renta. Sheer tulle gracefully covers the shoulders and lace forms a scalloped neckline and slim torso. The full skirt is covered with rows of serpentine and three-dimensional ribbon ruffles, and is supported by five diaphanous underskirts. Oscar de la Renta grew up in the Dominican Republic and studied in Madrid; he worked in Paris before moving in 1963 to New York, where he founded his own company in 1967. De la Renta blends European luxury- including beautiful fabrics, ornamentation, and details-with American ease, all with the aim of making a woman look her best.

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Object Details

Title:

Woman's Cocktail Dress

Date:

Fall 1995

Artist:

Medium:

Nylon net, rayon/nylon lace, polyester organza ribbon on synthetic net, silk chiffon, synthetic horsehair

Dimensions:

Length: 54 inches (137.2 cm) Hem (Circumference): 11 feet 8 inches (355.6 cm)

Classification:

Costume (including accessories)

Credit Line:

Gift of the designer in honor of Tom Marotta, 2009

Accession Number:

2009-131-2

Geography:

Made in United States, North and Central America

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