Artefact
Artefact
Credit Line
gift of Emma Knuckey, 1990, collection of Auckland Museum, Tamaki Paenga Hira, 1993.45, T1442, 2214
Public Access Text
‘Perfection. Simple. Understated. Utterly wearable.’ These words, a response typical of many fashion writers when describing Knuckey’s designs, are more that suitable to describe this stylish dress for younger women. In the 1960s the influence of British popular culture was extensive. One of the most important fashion trends of this movement was the invention of the mini - skirt.
Primary Maker
Place
Date
Circa 1964-Circa 1966
Technique
Period
Media
Measurement Description
l 830 mm back, w 360 mm across shoulders
Measurement Reading
Classification
Last Update
03 Jul 2017
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