Dress, black cotton/synthetic knit, off-the-shoulder, fitted style with fluted detailing, designed by 'Ruthless', Perth, Western Australia.
H2018.143
This knee-length, tube style dress is made from a black cotton/synthetic blend knit fabric. Two layers
of self fabric are sewn into the seam under the bust forming a v-shape through the centre front and
centre back of the garment. Arm holes are set within these two fabric panels and extend to sit off
the shoulder. Both layers feature a fluted edge, created utilising hardwear that has been heated
to create a curled-effect.
History:
This garment was released under the Ruthless by Ruth Tarvydas label - Tarvydas' diffusion label.
This style was reinterpreted for inclusion in the part of the Spring/Summer 2011 (SS11) collection.
The style '3693 wild curves' was worn by Danni Minogue in July 2013 on the 'X-Factor' TV show.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | H2018.143 |
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| Accession Date: | 1 Nov 2018 |
| Acquisition Year: | 2018 |
| Credit: | Donated by W Tarr |
Material
Measurement
| Chest/Circumference | 740mm |
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| Waist/Circumference | 730mm |
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| Hem/Circumference | 895mm |
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| Waist to hem/Height | 568mm |
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| Neck to hem/Height 930mm | 135mm |
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