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Day dress

Although many people still made their own clothes, by the 1930s it was not only possible but also more socially acceptable to buy ready made ones like this day dress made of Rayon. At this time Rayon, or art silk, was a newly available manufactured fabric.

, TC3815[b] (image/tiff)
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Summary

: TC3815

: Social History

: dress

: 1930s day dress in synthetic silk(?). Long sleeved dress in pale pink with red and black abstract print. Frill at collar and down asymmetric false front opening with three red fixed buttons. Matching belt.

Day dress

Current Location

On Display at M Shed, Bristol Places Gallery

: 1930s

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