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Costume and Textiles Bridesmaid's Dress and Petticoat 1956 Designed by Joseph Hong, American, 1930 - 2004. Commissioned through Neiman-Marcus, Dallas, founded 1907. Made by Priscilla of Boston, founded 1950. Worn by Mrs. Joseph S. Rambo(then Maree Frisby Pamp). Yellow silk organdy over yellow silk taffeta Currently not on view 1997-117-3a,b Gift of Mrs. Joseph S. Rambo, 1997 |
LabelFor her bridal party, Grace Kelly selected a design by Joseph Hong, a young designer from California who had worked for Neiman-Marcus for only a few months. Hong saw the royal wedding as a modern-day fairy tale and envisioned simple yet romantic dresses with a modern twist. The bride's favorite color, yellow, was chosen for the bridesmaids' dresses; the shade, called "Sunlight," provided a pleasing contrast to the grayness of Monaco's cathedral. Made of sheer silk organdy over a built-in strapless taffeta underdress, the dress features a high neck, pleated sash, full bishop sleeves, and a wide, petticoat-supported skirt that flows gracefully into a short train. |
