COSTUMES
Handmacher, Alvin; Frederick & Nelson, Seattle
U.S.: New York, New York (1906 - 1966); U.S.: Washington, Seattle
Skirt for suit (woman's)
1951
Plain weave
Chambray; Celanese acetate; Metal zipper, hook, and eye; Plastic button
Unknown
TC 76.7-37, t2

The highly tailored lines in this suit jacket emphasize the bust and thin waist reflecting the more slender silhouette of the early part of the decade. After the 'new look' flared-skirt rage of the late 40s, the pencil-slim style returned but with a box-pleat either center front or back to provide freer leg movement. -- Label copy for Suiting the 20th Century Woman, Penthouse Theatre, May 9, 1981 to May 16,1981.