Jo Hopper Dresses | Truro Historical Society

Jo Hopper’s Cotton Dress c. 1938–1942

Date/Period: c. 1938–1942; Based on the defined waist and full skirt. Maker: Josephine Hopper Materials: Printed Cotton (Voile or Broadcloth); Plain Cotton (for contrasting trim). Techniques: Machine-sewn; Simple Gathering/Pleating Style/Era: Late 1930s–Early...

Josephine Hopper’s Polka Dot Day Dress and Bias-Cut Slip, Late 1920’s

Jo Hopper Dresses

Maker: Josephine Nivison Hopper Place of Manufacture: U.S.A. Date/Period: Late 1920's Materials: Silk Chiffon or fine Rayon; Self-covered Buttons Techniques:Machine-sewn and hand-sewn Bias-cut skirt sections. Style/Era: Summer or Resort Wear Description: This...

Josephine Hopper’s Sailor Dress, c. 1935–1945

Jo Hopper Dresses

Maker: Garment made or significantly altered by Josephine Hopper Date/Period: c. 1935–1945 Materials: Silk or Rayon, Brass Buttons Techniques: Hand-stitched and machine-sewn. Style/Era: 1930s–1940s American Casualwear; Middy/Sailor Style Condition: Fair to Good;...