Shoes (called Jutti) of patterned gold metal thread gilt (called tilla) with pointed toe with a long curling tip protruding (called nokh); vamp has a smaller peak that protrudes toward the opening; slip-on style with small peak at heel; red leather interior; hand-stitching on flat leather sole; insole has a blue velvet rectangle with a wrought iron design in gold; shoe patterns of swirls and lines with an ornate shape on vamp; menswear.
Jacket of red nylon with wide notched collar and double snap closure to waist; long sleeves with stitched cuffs and snap closures; princess seams to waist; A-line below waist with 2 patch pockets; vent at center-back with snap closure; windbreaker; raincoat.
Dress of white cotton with slit opening at neckline and spread collar from back; short sleeves; drop waist; skirt has wide waistband with two patch coin pockets; skirt has box pleats across front; pleats are sewn into the waistband; knee-length; pull-over.
Jodhpurs WWI uniform of olive green wool; zip fly and two button closures on waistband; pants are wide through the hips and thighs and taper to fitted through the calf; button closures along the outer side of calf; hem is reinforced with a cotton band; slit pockets; belt loops at waistband.
Calot or Capulet style hat of ivory felt with a decorative band of ivory silk velvet trimmed in white twisted cord; accented with rhinestone embellished, disc shaped jewels on each side; pillbox shape with dipped sides.
Needle Case booklet in the shape of a butterfly; wings on each side open separately with three pages each of alternating fabric of pastel wool; butterfly of bright brown velvet with colorful embroidered threads decorating the wings; wings are backed with aqua satin; exposed stitch design.
Cushion Cover of ecru twill with crewel embroidery in the Jacobean style of the early 17th century; embroidery features fanciful plants with an exotic bird and dragonfly in shades of blues, pale green, taupe and dark red wool; border of green lines with a swirling center line in red.
Hat of a halo of plastic fruit and leaves on top of netting; the vined fruit and leaves form a wreath that sits on a bed of a black net veil with a black ribbon bow at back and an attached ribbon with tortoiseshell hairpin at back.
Blouse of greens, cream, and off-white cotton in a flower print; sash tie collar; elbow-length sleeves; darts at waistline and bust; button-front closure; hits at hips.
Cape of black heavy weight ribbed fabric (bengaline) with standing band collar accented with pleated ruffles with unfinished ends of black taffeta; large black ribbon bow at front neckline; squared yoke features floral, vine beadwork and is trimmed with box pleated organdy ruffle; organdy is striped; hook and eye closures at collar and yoke; lined in black striped silk.
Long Line Bra of ivory lace, nylon and spandex; boned; hook and eye back closure; elastic band at waist; strapless; satin band on the center-inside below bust with hook and eye closures.
Capulet style hat of ivory velour with swirly pattern of white opaque beads embellished with 5 white beaded flowers with leaves of dark gray bugle beads; shaped cap over the crown with extended arch over the forehead; wide net face veil; plastic mesh inner.
Corset cover of white cotton batiste with wide neckline with drawstring casing; sleeveless; 1 1/4" waistband with button closure at center-back and red sewn initials "E.M. at center-front; center-front insertion of crocheted lace (tatting) with floral embroidery; insertions and embroidery at back.
Gamosa of natural white and red woven cotton with main body of white cotton bordered by red stripes; one end has a woven band of red stemmed flowers in a graphic design; design is elongated.
Slippers of white kid leather with square toe and long, thin grosgrain ribbon tie over instep; cambric fabric insoles; flat leather outsoles; no left or right distinction._
Dress of mint green gazar with ecru lace and black velour ribbon and stitch accents; bodice has a high band collar of fine knit lace trimmed at the top with black velvet pipe; yoke is of five bands of green bazar with black open stitch in between; two fans of lace panels over bust with black laces up the center; elbow-length sleeves of same bands with black stitch and long trim of lace; pointed waist and yoke; black velour ribbon band at waist with bow and ties at back; skirt is slim through the hips and full-length; skirt has facing pleats at front; tucked flounces below knee; lace accents of fan shapes around lower skirt; black velour covered button accents throughout; center-back hook and eye closures.
Blouse of white cotton gauze with colorful embroidery in reds, blue, violet, green and black; wide, scoop neckline with multi-colored smocking; snap closure at center-front with red tie with tassels and deep slit with rectangular band of floral embroidery; long sleeves with patch of floral embroidery, small figured accents and a central band of open-work knit in a geometric pattern with diamonds; sleeve ends have colorful smocking; hits at hips with hem of colorful smocking.
Blouse of ivory cotton gauze with heavily embroidered cross-stitch bands in light blue yarn and accents of figured circles and sequins; yoke is gathered into round neckline band with geometric cross-stitch embroidery; side slit with side loop closure at neckline; yoke has vertical bands of cross-stitch embroidery and sequins; long sleeves are heavily embellished with cross-stitch and sequin accents; gathered at wrists and finished with ruffle; exposed zig-zag stitching.
Textile Panels of purple, pink, green, yellow, blue, white and light and dark brown printed batik on cotton; intricate scrolling floral designs with stylized flowers and vines on a ground of leaves pattern with some birds and butterflies; floral border.
Textile yardage for a skirt of red woven cotton with white embroidery and mirror-work; main body has scattered star medallions with mirror at center; each end has horizontal bands of geometric designs and mirror-work.
Convent sampler of a variety of open-work lace stitches with a blue silk back that shows through; eight blocks show different patterned open-work and Ajour lace.
Sari of dark red with a lively, bold pattern of leaf and flower designs in yellow, green and white outlined in black; long rectangular shape for wrapping.
Dress of white cotton lawn and lace; bodice has high V-neckline; yoke of lace; bloused bodice and elbow-length sleeves of tucked, pleated cotton with trim of lace; lace flounce trims the yoke with a center point matching the waistline; full-length skirt has alternating bands of lace and tucked cotton that follow the point of the waist; three wider bands of tucked cotton trim the hem; attached underskirt of white cotton; hook and eye back closures.
a) Sweater dress of black knit; V-neckline with an inner button placket trimmed in two layered ruffles of black taffeta to waistline; long sleeves with black crochet trim; mid-calf length with crochet trim; gathering at waistband; low waist. b) Tie belt of black taffeta attaches at side belt loops.
Sailor-style hat of black straw (feels like horse hair) with wide ribbon around brim with unique ribbon design at center-front; ribbon is wound around wire and molded into a tiered bow-like design; ribbon of ecru satin with fine black check with red and ecru horizontal stripes.
Bolero jacket of gold lamé with high round neckline and 4 self-covered, accent buttons down center-front with concealed snap closure; long sleeves are wide and have shoulder pads; jacket silhouette is wide and boxy; under arm panel; very few seams; lined in red satin; cropped length.
Raincoat of fire engine red vinyl with wide lapel and attached hood; long sleeves with button tab at wrists; fitted through the torso with an A-line to hem; below-knee length; button front closure with transparent, red plastic buttons; attached tie belt of self-vinyl; lined in red nylon; slicker.
Textile Panel from a skirt of bright red woven cotton twill heavily embroidered with metallic gold and silver flat thread in diamond geometric patterns; design is heavily embroidered in a L-shape with lighter embroidery in the negative spaces; ends are hemmed.
Drapery yardage of woven black cotton with orange rayon motifs of elephant, conch shell, gourd, candelabra and flower patterned throughout; hand-loomed.
a) Dress of red and black tartan wool with small pointed collar and button front placket extending to low hip; 3/4 length dolman sleeves with pointed cuffs; bodice has Paris darts; lower, mid-length skirt with two large patch pockets at hips with triangular lapels; pointed waistline at back with kick pleat at center-back shirt; unlined. b) Belt of self-plaid covered black leather with black leather tabs with buckle at ends; 31" length, 2" width.
a) Dress of black crepe with periwinkle scalloped trim peeking out from seams; asymmetrical V-neckline with 4 lines of scalloped trim originating from V-point; long sleeves taper to wrists with 3 button closure; 8 gored skirt is lower mid-length and has vertical lines of scalloped trim at each seam; belt loops at waistline; button closure at center-back neckline; side zip closure under arm. b) Belt of double faced black crepe with buckle of rhinestone embellished jewel.
Dress of navy crepe bodice with accents of navy taffeta and a taffeta skirt; soft 8 shaped neckline with panel of horizontally pleated taffeta and half bow embellishment of taffeta with crescent rhinestone jewel at side neckline; short wide sleeves with turned-up cuff; shoulder pads; seam at natural waistline with belt loops at sides; darts on front and back that follow princess seams; skirt yoke of self-crepe with zigzag pattern and self-taffeta to hem; below-knee length. (missing belt)
Sandals of black and red fabric with dainty, multi-colored floral print; open-toe; 4 straps of red and black print cross over each other and alternate; chunky heel of 2 1/2"; rubber, man-made sole.
Sock (just the toe portion) of hand-knit natural white wool with bright red tip with zig-zag edge with black knit accents; vamp has a geometric design that appears to be a plant hanger in green, black, yellow, red and blue.
Man's formal suit of black wool broadcloth: a) formal evening tailcoat has notched collar with wide revers; long, two piece sleeves; double breasted button closure; torso lined in black sateen; sleeves lined in ivory sateen. b) Trousers of black wool with button fly closure; back welt pockets; slit pockets at side seam; slit pocket on right waistband seam; buckle at back; buttons on waistband; full length.
Detachable collar accessory of white lace; pleated along the top with pleats releasing at the end; fits a wide, scoop neckline and falls over shoulders; design at bottom looks like ocean waves.
Fragment trim from a border of a sari of burnt orange silk and metallic gold brocade with scrolling vine and floral motifs in red, blue, yellow, orange, brown, green and black.
a) Jacket of black cashmere wool with round collar and bracelet-length sleeves; two pockets at horizontal yoke seam with left pocket containing an accent handkerchief of the same silk as the blouse; handkerchief peaks out and is sewn into the pocket; princess seams; 3 large button closure of jeweled buttons of smokey quartz set in gold; concealed single snap closure at neckline; hits below waist; lined in black silk with varying size spots of red, green, blue violet, and brown b) Blouse of black silk with varying size spots of red, green, blue violet, and brown; triangular panel at front bodice; draped neckline; short sleeves; fitted through the waist; hits at the waist in the front and dips to below-waist in back; center-back zip closure c) Skirt of black wool; straight silhouette; wide 2 1/4" to 2 1/2" waistband; skirt is gathered into waistband at front sides; side zip and hook and eye closures; backed in black organza.
Dress of greenish/grey silk lurex brocade with patterned with gold flowers surrounded in ornate metallic gold design; wide neckline with fabric folded to create a sash like collar with a bow at front; short sleeves; wide, mid-length skirt is pleated into piped waistline; attached underskirt of pale green cotton lawn; center-back zip closure.
a) Jacket of green and white polyester knit patterned with white, interlocking, up-side-down triangles on green ground; wide, spread collar and short cuffed sleeves; white plastic buttons down center-front; two patch pockets at bust and two at hips; belt loops at sides; hits below hips. b) Belt of white woven cotton with round, white plastic buckle; belt end is tipped with white patent vinyl; 1 1/2" width.
a) Dress of champagne grey and green silk brocade with a carnation floral design; wide neckline; cap sleeves; button front bodice opens at top exposing a panel of self-brocade; top two buttons are non-functional; A-line skirt is pleated into waistline; mid-length; center-back zip closure. b) Belt of self-brocade with bow at front; 32" length and 1 1/2" width.
Evening gown of off-white silk Chantilly lace with strapless bodice embellished with rhinestones, sequins, pearls, and fabric flowers of white, pale green, and bright yellow-green; wide, full skirt of Chantilly lace with scalloped hem over stiffened net, silk faille, and attached net petticoat; cummerbund of bright green satin tucked under pointed waistline at center-front; 2 sashes of bright green trail down center-back waistline; bodice is lined in white faille with boning; center-back zip closure.
Dress ensemble of bright yellow and lime green woven silk with a subtle zebra print: a) dress has a bodice of yellow silk attached to a skirt of zebra print woven silk; skirt is mid-length and straight; side zip closure. b) top of zebra print woven silk has round neckline and three-quarter length sleeves with a slight bell shape; two patch pocket lapels above left and right front hem; center-back zip closure; hits at hips.
Geta Sandals of unfinished tan wood with two rectangular blocks elevating the sandal to 2" height; V-shape thong of bright brown and black velour; platform sandal.
Handbag (re-purposed from the sleeve trim from a woman's garment) of heavy-weight natural cotton with trim along the top portion of solid embroidery in red, dark blue and white cotton; design of figured bands ending in triangles feather edged; zig-zag, dots, arrows; embroidery does not extend all the around the bag as the underarm portion of the sleeve was left undone; metal eyelets; no straps.
Table Scarf made from a fragment of a hand-woven shawl in red, blue, green, gold and black in a very fine tapestry weave; design of five floral medallions surrounded by circular bands of leaves and fruit; border band of scrolling flowers and vines in reds and blues on natural ground; fabric is backed on red and green floral print cotton paisley, leaves and flowers with oval frame; back border trim of purple striated cotton/rayon extends along the edge of the front.
Dress of brown silk taffeta with floral bead work embellishment; bodice has a vest with square neckline that snaps closed on left side; elbow-length sleeves are attached to a underneath shell of ivory silk with lace trim; vest is attached to shell at back; hem of bodice and sleeve ends are trimmed in floral bead work with bright brown flowers and green leaves; skirt is straight and lower mid-length with two tiered flounces with scalloped hem, each trimmed with accordion pleated ruffles; one flounce at the hips and one below at the knee-length.
Sarong of off-white cotton with blue batik design with main body of a tiny blue polka-dot ground; scattered motifs of birds, squirrels, bats, salamanders, and various horned animals and flowers in blue batik with accent color of light brown from paste; narrow 1" blue band runs along close to the selvedge edges; ends are finished with a 5" border of patterned bands.
Purse of ribbed maroon velvet embellished with delicate silver coils in a radiating sun; coil design is on flap in a floral design with leaves and saz leaves; background of design has two parallel lines of coils throughout; interior is lined in faille and has one small inner pocket; purse closes with a small metal clasp; twisted, multi-colored cord handle.
Dress of lavender delicate floral lace over acetate with wide waistband of lavender satin wrapped in the center to create a bow effect; wide, scoop neckline with dip in back of lace trimmed in piped satin over a sweetheart neckline of acetate; long sleeves of lace with turned up cuffs of lavender satin; mid-length, A-line skirt is gathered into waistline and is lower mid-length; center-back zip closure.
Textile fragment from a rug of red, green, black and beige cut wool with brushed out fringe; pattern of pinwheels with tiny floral motifs in a black open-diamond.
Pouch of natural woven linen needlepoint embroidered in an open-mesh of nine floral sprays of pink with black center and purple with yellow center flowers with black stems with green filled leaves; floral sprays alternate and have three of the same flowers on each spray except for the top left spray which has one purple flower and two pink flowers; drawstring closure at top; bottom of bag is embroidered with smaller flowers.
a) Jacket of navy crepe with small notched collar with long lapel; self-covered button closure; princess seams; three-quarter length cuffed sleeves. b) Dress of navy crepe with empire waistline; fabric wraps over to left creating a V-neckline; gathering below bust; short sleeves; mid-length. c) Belt of self-fabric with self-covered buckle; width 3/4", length 32". d) Scarf of powder blue chiffon with fan pleats; ascot.
Handbag (re-purposed from the sleeve trim from a woman's garment) of heavy-weight natural cotton with heavy textural embroidery in black silk; solid embroidered band along the top with distinct motifs dipping down in straight lines separated by open space; two braided cord stripes create a short handle.
Hood of red silk satin with chain stitch embroidery and Bokhara couching stitch in white, yellow, blue and green silk floss; main design of flowers in an oval grid design with leaves blocked in oval patterned bands; trim bands have human-animal figures, exotic birds, flowers and vines; lined in brown cotton prior to the embroidering; edges are bound in blue satin.
Blouse of ivory cotton gauze with bands of geometric embroidery in red, black and white; heavily embroidered on long sleeves with a pattern of cross in circle pattern; vertical bands on blouse front; scoop neckline with red stitched smocking and red drawstring with tassels; sleeve ends have drawstring with tassels.
Textile of red, orange, lavender, pale chartreuse and black hand-spun, woven goat hair solid embroidery on heavy woven cotton or linen; design of stripes alternating with figured, geometric bands.
Textile sample of 2 x 2 basket woven orange cotton with woven stripes of yellow, green, red and black; added yarn weave in black, periwinkle and pale yellows creating figured bands.
Circlet (Agal) of black camel hair cord wound around a round padding; double looped type worn by Judea shepherds and laid on the top of the head to hold the head scarf in place; thick rope circlet; menswear.
Cushion Cover of a section of an old solid embroidered panel in a mosaic pattern in soft blues, browns, tans, earth reds and yellow silk on linen ground; backed on silk; original satin lining can be glimpsed on the inside of the present lining.
Dress of navy wool gabardine with green pipe trim and lace collar and cuff accent; drop waist silhouette with round neckline with round collar of green wool with border of navy wool trimmed in green wool; outer layer collar of ecru floral lace with appliqued tiny flowers; dress has a drop waist skirt with a waistband of gathered navy wool bordered by green wool pipe; green pipe border at center-front panel of bodice; long sleeves with bell-shaped cuffs lined in green wool, and an inner flounce of self-lace; gathered band at wrists; unlined.
Dress of beige silk crepe with V-neckline and bow tie accent at center-front; long sleeves with button and loop closure at wrists; vertical pin pleats at shoulders; drop waist has broad band of self-fabric with two decorative 1 3/8? bands that intersect at center-front; bow tie above waistband; mid-length skirt is pleated with tiny pleats all around and a shorter pleated flounce hangs from the drop waist and has a 4? open section at center-front; pull-over; unlined. Pairs with coat 1985.002.001.
Dress ensemble of yellow virgin wool: a) Dress of yellow virgin wool with round neckline and short sleeves; pointed seam at center-front yoke with arches on each side; dress is fitted through the torso with a slight A-line, mid-length skirt; center-back zip closure b) Jacket of self-wool with spread collar and long sleeves; two front patch pockets at lower portion with a chevron seam that creates the appearance of a lapel; ornate, faceted gold buttons down center-front; fitted through the torso; hits just at the hips.
Dress of navy blue and cerulean blue silk velvet; bodice has a draped neckline; three-quarter length sleeves with open slit at the mid-sleeve that wraps closed at the sleeve ends; bodice is navy blue with burnout wave lines design; skirt of cerulean blue has a pointed waistline; lower mid-length; straight silhouette; side snap and hook and eye closure; long belt loops at sides, but no belt; top has shell lining of indigo crepe attached at the waist seam; dress appears to have been pieced together from two different dresses.
Detachable Cuff of tightly gathered off-white linen held by all-over tiny stitches in red creating a smocking effect; embroidered in geometric patterned lines in red, orange, yellow, green and black wool creating a heavy raised design; one edge has ruffles trimmed in buttonhole stitch of alternating colors; tiny mother-of-pearl buttons and fabric loop fasteners.
Fabric sample of 2 x 2 basket woven striped cotton of yellow and green with added yarn weave of same colors creating figured bands centered in the striped bands.
Upholstery fabric of natural, orange and green cotton jacquard in a stylized pattern of vases with crown at top and facing birds or wild cat; reproduction of a Venetian design; design is mostly in orange with accents of green on cream ground; five swatches at top.
Textile Panel of red, blue, green, yellow and white wide and narrow striped spun silk and cotton; yarn dyed; napped spun silk creates a soft woolen texture; tiny cotton fringe at one end; record says this part of a blanket.
Textile fragment of ecru satin brocaded with a large floral design in greens, corals and golden yellows; vines are swirling and slightly stylized; the design is not repetitive; leaves and flowers are shaded using separated areas.
Dress of light brown linen with short raglan sleeves; wide, scoop neckline; U-shaped panel at front bodice from the sleeves comes down and releases at the waist to create a belt at center-front and has a large caramel brown plastic button at center-front; two short bust darts from the U-shape panel; 6 panel skirt has a slight A-line silhouette; below-knee length; center-back zip closure; fully backed in warm beige organza; Avant-garde style.
Skirt suit of grey flannel wool: a) Jacket of grey flannel wool with elongated, notched collar that extends to waistline with single button closure at base; inner elastic waistband cinches the sides and back; long sleeves with button tab at wrists; patch pockets at hips; inner shoulder pads; lined in grey synthetic silk. b) Skirt of grey flannel wool with 1" waistband; center-front and center-back panel release into two 8 1/2" reverse pleat slits at bottom; straight silhouette; side zip and button tab closure; lined in a slip of grey synthetic.
Skirt suit of felted brown wool: a) Jacket of brown wool with notched collar and double-breasted closure; long sleeves; vertical bust darts from neckline; 2 square patch pockets with lapel at front side hips; lined in bright brown acetate. b) Wrap skirt with concealed hook and eye, and snap closure; lower mid-length; slight A-line; lined in same.
Textile yardage for the sleeves of a Camisa, a woman's traditional blouse, of deep pink sinami, an open-weave net fabric made from the abaca fiber (manila hemp); the net fabric is hand-embroidered in a design placed for decorating the large sleeves characteristic of this garment; embroidery of stemmed flowers in greens, rose pink, and white; one long end has a selvage band in light pink.
Coat of navy wool with high round neckline with a single button closure at center-front; button is wrapped with fine cord around a central point; wide neckline features faggot stitch trim; wide, bracelet-length sleeves are attached at the shoulder with a faggot stitch; wrap front closure with a concealed inner button at the waistline; 2 single welt pockets at sides; slight A-line; mid-length; fully lined in blue acetate.
Jacket of yellow silk, cotton embroidered in a large ornate floral design with green stems and flowers in red, pink and blue; one panel of the jacket is glazed; may have been pieced from other textiles; open-front; wide, short sleeves have pleats at shoulder; jacket is trimmed in a striped band.
Tapestry of muted warm beige hues of greens, pinks, and purples of a scene of Bedouin men and women gathered at a desert oasis with horses, camel, palm trees, and fern-like plants; men and women are gathering water into vessels.
Handbag of white woven cotton with black stripes and lower band of navy and red check pattern; center embroidery of red and yellow chevron design; main bag is white with stripes at the center; long fringe of twisted white cords; the handle is a dowel wrapped in navy yarn.
Textile Panel (worn as a man's skirt) of yarn dyed coarse cotton hand-woven in three strips and stitched together to form a long piece which is wrapped around the body to make a skirt; plain and figured stripes alternate with some laid-in zig-zag designs at center ends; stripes are woven vertically, which places then in the horizontal position when worn.
Textile panel of cotton gauze with colorful print in a floral and paisley design on white ground in blue, red, yellow, green, and black; bold design takes up much of the negative space.
Table Scarf of ivory cotton with red chain stitch leafy vine design at the center; design is circular and stylized and one side is faded in color; all four edges have a crocheted or stitched lace ;soft zig-zag trim matches the style of the vine.
Table Scarf of ivory cotton with faded red chain stitch leafy vine design at the center; design is circular and stylized; all four edges have a crocheted or stitched lace; soft zig-zag trim matches the style of the vine.
Ensemble of navy virgin wool: a) Jacket of navy wool crepe with a long cut-in-one collar lapel with concealed double-breasted button closure; on seam pockets; long sleeves with single button closure at wrists; shoulder pads; lined in dark blue polyester. b) Trousers of navy wool crepe with front pleats; welt side pockets; pants taper to full-length; darts at back; 1 1/4" waistband with belt loops and concealed closure at front. c) Collar (detachable) of dark blue faux fox interspersed with horsehair; collar is backed on dark blue quilted satin; leather strap ties at front; collar fits perfectly over jacket collar-lapel. The Armani Collezioni label launched in 1997.