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Dress, ivory synthetic, strapless, fitted bodice, skirt covered in tiered silk ruffles, '4042 pearl beaded', designed by 'Tarvydas Platinum', Perth, Western Australia, AW14.

H2018.167

This full length evening dress is made from synthetic fabric, with a beaded bodice and appliqued ruffles

through the skirt. The dress is strapless with a sweetheart shaped neckline. Clear plastic 'bra' straps

have been added to counter-act the weight of the dress. The fitted bodice contains boning. Cotton

fabric has been embellished with faux pearls, crystals, sequins and bugle beads and then attached

as a decorative layer to the bodice. The closure is an invisible zip with a hook and eye. The skirt has

layers of tiered sheer ivory synthetic ruffles attached in a curved formation to create a diaphanous

effect.The seams of the skirt are bound. Fully lined with cotton.

History:

This style of dress is from the 'Tarvydas Platinum' range, Ruth Tarvydas' premium label which consisted

of higher quality fabrication and detail and commanded a higher price point. This style is an evolution

of 3301 'Snow Queen' that was shown in Spring/Summer 2009 (SS09). This was an important style

for Ruth and recieved much editorial publicity.

Department:

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Ruth Tarvydas Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number:	H2018.167
Accession Date:	1 Nov 2018
Acquisition Year:	2018
Credit:	Donated by W Tarr

Measurement

Chest/Circumference	850mm

Waist/Circumference	690mm

Hem/Circumference	1735mm

Neck to hem/Height	1390mm

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