Designed by
Rahm, Randi, American, born 1970
Worn by
Hudson, Jennifer Kate, American, born 1981
Date
2011
Medium
tulle, satin, and crystal beads
Dimensions
H x W: 59 1/16 × 14 9/16 in. (150 × 37 cm)
Description
A taupe-colored strapless mermaid gown worn by Jennifer Hudson and designed by Randi Rahm. The bodice and upper skirt are form-fitting and covered in Swarovski crystal beading. The mermaid skirt is made from plain taupe tulle and flares out with a hemline that grazes the floor. Thin taupe satin ribbon is stitched around the waist and above where the skirt flares out. It is wrapped around the dress in a criss cross pattern. The ribbon at the waist has a small bow at the center front.
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
evening dresses
Topic
Actors
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Rhythm and blues (Music)
Singers (Musicians)
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
2021.102.9
Restrictions & Rights
© Randi Rahm
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd584be4da3-d705-452c-b774-2833b8bfe4b4

Cataloging is an ongoing process and we may update this record as we conduct additional research and review. If you have more information about this object, please contact us at NMAAHCDigiTeam@si.edu

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