Designed by
Dr. Bey, Aziza Braithwaite, American
Created by
Elena Braith, Ltd., American
Date
ca. 1968
Medium
satin and crepe
Dimensions
H x W: 37 × 30 in. (94 × 76.2 cm)
Description
The Handkerchief, a mini dress in deep purple, lined, satin-back crepe designed by Aziza Braithwaite Bey for her Elena Braith label. The dress features an a-line silhouette and a halter style with thin straps that extend from the front neckline to wrap around the neck, cross in the back, and tie in the front beneath the bust. The back hemline is slightly longer than the front.
Collection title
Dr. Aziza Bey Fashion Archive
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
dresses
Topic
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Fashion design
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Aziza Braithwaite Bey
Object number
A2021.94.1.2
Restrictions & Rights
© Dr. Aziza Bey
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5ae66a114-0fc5-4653-b7f4-fcbe071d84e0

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