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California-based designer Rudi Gernreich (1922-1985) was no stranger to inciting controversy. Often called America's most avant-garde designer, Gernreich pushed fashion into new arenas rather than mining its past for inspiration. Gernreich's most notorious design, the 1964 topless bathing suit, bared the breasts of the wearer and was reportedly banned from beaches and retail stores. In early 1970, he introduced the Unisex look, Read More »
Evening gown c.1866 Brocaded silk taffeta Gift of Cathy Gordon 2007.893.1AB This black silk faille two-piece dress was worn by an unknown woman in approximately 1866. Though it appears extremely formal and elegant to our contemporary eyes, it would have been worn to a dinner or reception, rather than the most formal of evening balls. Read More »
