Textiles-Costumes-Accessories | Truro Historical Society

Parisian Two-PIece Day or Dinner Dress, c. 1890 – 1892

Culture/Origin: French (Paris) Maker/RetailerLes Grands Magasins du Louvre Costumes Date: c. 1890 – 1892 MaterialSilk Ribbed or Faille Fabric; Silk Lining; Cotton Tape/Ribbon; Metal Hook-and-Eye Closures. Technique: Hand-stitched throughout with some possible...

Blue two-piece day dress with crochet details, c. 1895-1899

Textiles-Costumes-Accessories

Culture/Origin: Most likely local to Outer Cape Maker/Retailer: Local dressmaker or home-made Date: c 1895-1899 Material: Wool or wool/silk (main fabric), silk lining, Stiffening material. A two-piece day dress in a lavender/faded blue-purple wool-based fabric. The...

Yellow Summer Dress, Early to Mid-1930’s

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Design Era: Early to Mid-1930s (c. 1931–1936) Garment Description: A romantic day or informal summer/tea dress from the 1930s, characterized by figure-flattering lines and delicate fabric manipulation. The full-length garment features a fitted bodice and a flowing...

Polka Dot Dress, mid- to late-1920’s

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Object Type: Dress Design Era: Early to Mid-1930s (c. 1925-1929) Garment Description: A late 1920s dropped-waist shift dress, designed in a lightweight, two-piece construction, suitable for day wear or informal summer/tea dress occasions. Bodice: The upper portion is...

Olive Taffeta Dress, Circa 1880’s

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Design Era: Second Bustle Era, c. 1883–1889 Construction: Hand-stitched throughout; likely couture or high-end domestic construction. Garment Description: A two-piece day or promenade gown crafted from olive green silk taffeta, distinguished by its complex, highly...