Created by
FUBU, founded 1992
Subject of
Black Fashion Museum, American, 1979 - 2007
Date
1992-2007
Medium
synthetic satin and metal
Dimensions
H x W: 27 x 13 1/4 in. (68.6 x 33.7 cm)
Description
A black tuxedo vest designed by FUBU. The exterior of the vest is made of black synthetic satin weave with machine embroidery that reads [Fubu] in black thread. A stiffener is placed at the front of the vest in-between the exterior fabric and the lining. The vest closes at the center front with six round metal buttons covered in black satin. There are two welt pockets trimmed in plain black satin at each side of the jacket at the waistline. The edge of the vest ends with points by the center front opening. The back of the vest is made of black silk synthetic and is slightly shorter than the front. An adjustable strap made from black satin with two metal buckles is sewn across the back waist. The vest is lined in the same black satin synthetic used for the back. A size label is sewn at the interior proper left side seam near the bottom hem.
Cataloging Notes
This project received Federal support from the Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative Pool, administered by the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum.
Collection title
Black Fashion Museum Collection
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
suits
vests (main garments)
Topic
Black Enterprise
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Fashion design
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Black Fashion Museum founded by Lois K. Alexander-Lane
Object number
2007.3.50.3
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd520c4257d-9adb-464c-ab61-683857dcbdc9

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