Three piece cape suit

Title

Three piece cape suit

Contributor Names

Alexander, Pearl Levy (Designer)

André (Firm) (Creator)

Date

1940-12-30

Season

Spring/Summer

Description

"Notice the use of bias cut, with the material's pattern running horizontally/vertically on the front panels and rear yoke, and diagonally on the lapels, sleeves and back. The suit's lapels lie neatly over and inside those of the cape. "

Written on image: "designed by Pearl Alexander" "André 570 - 7th Ave. New York City Dec. 30, 1940"

Image includes small sketch of back of garment.

Type

Still Image

Drawings (visual works)

Apparel Type

Womenswear

Capes (outerwear)

Hats

Suits (main garments)

Rights

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Identifier

FIT Repository ID: nypl_2003972

Legacy NYPL ID: HH 836

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