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Woman's day ensemble
Designed by: Carolyne Roehm (American, born 1951)
American
1980s
Dimensions
Center back (jacket): 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)
Center back (dress): 94 cm (37 in.)
Center back (dress): 94 cm (37 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jacqueline and Albert Togut
Accession Number2012.233.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionHoundstooth cropped jacket with round flat collar and short sleeves. Four black buttons down front and matching button closures on sleeves. Beige silk lining.
Sleeveless dress with high neck and empire waist construction. Section above waist is solid black. Houndstooth skirt. Back of the dress has a slit down the center with hook and eye closure on top. Two front pockets with flap closures.
Sleeveless dress with high neck and empire waist construction. Section above waist is solid black. Houndstooth skirt. Back of the dress has a slit down the center with hook and eye closure on top. Two front pockets with flap closures.
Signed
Interior label: "CAROLYNE ROEHM" on back collar.
ProvenanceAbout 1980s, acquired by Jacqueline Togut; 2012, gift of Togut to the MFA. (Accession date: April 25, 2012)