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DRESSING GOWN

Date1939
Dimensions137 x 59 cm (53 15/16 x 23 1/4 in.)
Object numberHF.2018.36.1
DescriptionA pink, silk dressing gown with matching silk belt. A folded collar is present at the neck with light pink silk trim, also present on the sleeve cuffs. A light pink covered button is present on top of the right shoulder. The dressing gown has a notched lapel with a loop present on the left side which attaches to the button on the right shoulder to close the front. A heart shaped pocket is present on the left side of the chest with floral red, pink, and white embroidery. Two ties are present on the interior to attach the exterior right to the interior left side with two belt loops on the right and left exterior sides. A light pink silk loop is also present on the interior of the collar for hanging. The dressing gown has long sleeves and is full length.
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