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Title: Series of entries made for Du Pont student fashion design contest
Date(s): 1967
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company. Public Relations Department (associated name), E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company. Textile Fibers Department (originator)
Description: Photographs of winning sketches made for a Du Pont student fashion design contest. Included are the first place winners for slacks, suits, formal wear, sport coats, and most outstanding talent.
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_010313_143
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Madeleine de Rauch uses a rich, raspberry red velvet of nylon and rayon,
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Written on verso: For this cocktail dress from her current Paris collection, Madeleine de Rauch uses a rich, raspberry red velvet of nylon and rayon, notable for its exquisite drape and fine hand. The fabric by Raimon, called Velvenyl, was acclaimed in Paris by couture and press alike. It will resist crushing or marring due to use of nylon, which also makes the fabric itself washable, so the dress may be spot cleaned. In this intricately draped style, a notched cape collar is pulled through a...
Show moreWritten on verso: For this cocktail dress from her current Paris collection, Madeleine de Rauch uses a rich, raspberry red velvet of nylon and rayon, notable for its exquisite drape and fine hand. The fabric by Raimon, called Velvenyl, was acclaimed in Paris by couture and press alike. It will resist crushing or marring due to use of nylon, which also makes the fabric itself washable, so the dress may be spot cleaned. In this intricately draped style, a notched cape collar is pulled through a loop at the neckline for a bow knot effect. Gathers soften the bodice line and the shkirt is very slender.
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Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6825
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Christian Dior short evening dress in nylon
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Written on verso: Nylon and rayon velvet, embellished with all over jet embroidery, was selected by Christian Dior for this short evening dress made with the restrained yet flattering bosom line so important in his current Paris collection. The fabric by Raimon, called Velvenyl, was acclaimed as a sensation at the Pairs openings. Use of nylon means it will resist crushing and marring and because nylon makes the fabric itself washable, the dress can be spot cleaned. In this style, photographed...
Show moreWritten on verso: Nylon and rayon velvet, embellished with all over jet embroidery, was selected by Christian Dior for this short evening dress made with the restrained yet flattering bosom line so important in his current Paris collection. The fabric by Raimon, called Velvenyl, was acclaimed as a sensation at the Pairs openings. Use of nylon means it will resist crushing and marring and because nylon makes the fabric itself washable, the dress can be spot cleaned. In this style, photographed in front of Vefour, fashionable Parisian dining spot, is noted another feature that is typically Dior-the narrowing V-insert of plain fabric extending from bosom to just below the waistline.
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Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6830
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Givenchy rayon polka dot day coat
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Givenchy chooses an unusual all rayon coin dot fabric in black for this late day coat and matching turban. The plush like dot, woven in an embroidered effect, contrasts with the slightly lustrous fabric ground. This use of rayon to achieve an embroidered look, sometimes with chenille or other fuzzy yarns, was one of the most interesting fabric development widely noted in the Paris collections.
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6826
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Patou evening gown in acetate
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Written on verso: Regal satin such as the rich, deep blue all acetate chosen by Patou for one of his most magnificent evening ensembles, was the most widely used fabric for formal gowns in the Paris collections. The skirt is slim to the knees, flaring into a small train. Bodice is tightly molded and strapless. Matching cape is trimmed and lined with luxurious black fox.
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6823
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Christian Dior dress and matching jacket in black nylon and rayon velvet
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: This Christian Dior ensemble-a dress and matching jacket in black nylon and rayon velvet with ermine trim-shows the restrained yet flattering lines so noteworthy in Dior's current Paris collection. The Raimon fabric, called Velvenyl, combines great beauty with remarkable practicality and was acclaimed a sensation in Paris. Because of the nylon content, it will resist crushing and marring. Use of nylon also makes the fabric itself washable, so garment may be spot cleaned.
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6828
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Jean Desses bridal gown in nylon and rayon
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Written on verso: A rich looking brocade of rayon, nylon and cotton in palest mauve is used by Jean Desses for this elegant bridal gown from his current Paris collection. This is one of the exceptionally luxurious fabrics so highly favored by Paris designers this year. In this style, a brief, long sleeved basque tops a beautifully fitted gown, smooth over the hips but with tremendous skirt fullness achieved through godets. Without the jackets the dress becomes a low cut evening gown with...
Show moreWritten on verso: A rich looking brocade of rayon, nylon and cotton in palest mauve is used by Jean Desses for this elegant bridal gown from his current Paris collection. This is one of the exceptionally luxurious fabrics so highly favored by Paris designers this year. In this style, a brief, long sleeved basque tops a beautifully fitted gown, smooth over the hips but with tremendous skirt fullness achieved through godets. Without the jackets the dress becomes a low cut evening gown with Desses' favorite jeweled shoulder straps.
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Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6831
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Christian Dior dinner ensemble in black nylon and rayon velvet
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: This dinner ensemble designed by Christian Dior in black nylon and rayon velvet, shows the restrained, yet flattering bosom lines that are typical of his current Paris collection. Dress has long slim lines, while short, shoulder baring coat is flat over the bosom, full and flaring below the waistline. The fabric, Velvenyl by Raimon, was acclaimed a sensation in Paris. Because it contains nylon, it resists crushing and marring. Use of nylon also makes the fabric itself washable so that dress...
Show moreThis dinner ensemble designed by Christian Dior in black nylon and rayon velvet, shows the restrained, yet flattering bosom lines that are typical of his current Paris collection. Dress has long slim lines, while short, shoulder baring coat is flat over the bosom, full and flaring below the waistline. The fabric, Velvenyl by Raimon, was acclaimed a sensation in Paris. Because it contains nylon, it resists crushing and marring. Use of nylon also makes the fabric itself washable so that dress and coat may be spot cleaned.
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Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6829
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Christian Dior matte velvet nylon evening dress
Date(s): 1954
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Written on verso: Velvet and fur--two of the most noteworthy trends in the current Paris collections--are combined by Christian Dior in this dramatic evening ensemble, which features his newly restrained yet flattering bosom lines. A luxurious, pale yellow matte velvet of nylon, cotton and silk is banded with wild mink at the voluminous hemline and at collar, front facings and cuffs of the softly bloused cape jacket. The velvet by Guillemin resists crushing and marring and nylon makes it spot...
Show moreWritten on verso: Velvet and fur--two of the most noteworthy trends in the current Paris collections--are combined by Christian Dior in this dramatic evening ensemble, which features his newly restrained yet flattering bosom lines. A luxurious, pale yellow matte velvet of nylon, cotton and silk is banded with wild mink at the voluminous hemline and at collar, front facings and cuffs of the softly bloused cape jacket. The velvet by Guillemin resists crushing and marring and nylon makes it spot cleanable.
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Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_6824
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg: Part 1
Date(s): 1990
Contributor(s): Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America (spn), Claiborne, Liz, 1929-2007 (speaker), Ortenberg, Art (speaker)
Description: Living Legends segment on Liz Claiborne Inc. founders, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg. Claiborne discusses her childhood and early career.
Collection ID: Chamber of Commerce of the United States photographs and audiovisual materials (Accession 1993.230)
Hagley ID: VID_1993230_B187_ID01_01
Collection: Chamber of Commerce of the United States collections

Title: Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg
Date(s): 1990-12-18
Contributor(s): Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America (spn), Claiborne, Liz, 1929-2007 (speaker), Ortenberg, Art (speaker)
Description: Living Legends segment on Liz Claiborne Inc. founders, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg.
Collection ID: Chamber of Commerce of the United States photographs and audiovisual materials (Accession 1993.230)
Hagley ID: VID_1993230_B186_ID03_08
Collection: Chamber of Commerce of the United States collections

Title: Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg: Part 3
Date(s): 1990
Contributor(s): Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America (spn), Claiborne, Liz, 1929-2007 (speaker), Ortenberg, Art (speaker)
Description: Living Legends segment on Liz Claiborne Inc. founders, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg. The company is formed
Collection ID: Chamber of Commerce of the United States photographs and audiovisual materials (Accession 1993.230)
Hagley ID: VID_1993230_B187_ID01_03
Collection: Chamber of Commerce of the United States collections

Title: Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg: Part 5
Date(s): 1990
Contributor(s): Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America (spn), Claiborne, Liz, 1929-2007 (speaker), Ortenberg, Art (speaker)
Description: Living Legends segment on Liz Claiborne Inc. founders, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg. Early retirement and their new foundation.
Collection ID: Chamber of Commerce of the United States photographs and audiovisual materials (Accession 1993.230)
Hagley ID: VID_1993230_B187_ID01_05
Collection: Chamber of Commerce of the United States collections

Title: Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg: Part 4
Date(s): 1990
Contributor(s): Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America (spn), Claiborne, Liz, 1929-2007 (speaker), Ortenberg, Art (speaker)
Description: Living Legends segment on Liz Claiborne Inc. founders, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg. Claiborne and Ortenberg discuss going public
Collection ID: Chamber of Commerce of the United States photographs and audiovisual materials (Accession 1993.230)
Hagley ID: VID_1993230_B187_ID01_04
Collection: Chamber of Commerce of the United States collections

Title: Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg: Part 2
Date(s): 1990
Contributor(s): Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America (spn), Claiborne, Liz, 1929-2007 (speaker), Ortenberg, Art (speaker)
Description: Living Legends segment on Liz Claiborne Inc. founders, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg. Ortenberg and Claiborne
Collection ID: Chamber of Commerce of the United States photographs and audiovisual materials (Accession 1993.230)
Hagley ID: VID_1993230_B187_ID01_02
Collection: Chamber of Commerce of the United States collections

Title: Disco bodywear
Date(s): 1978-08
Contributor(s): E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Features Antron, Lycra.
Collection ID: DuPont Company Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: AVD_1984259_45_03
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Jan Feldman holiday collection
Creator: Tori Richard, Ltd.
Collection ID: Joseph Bancroft and Sons Company, Miss America collection (Accession 1972.430)
Hagley ID: 72430_x040
Collection: Joseph Bancroft & Sons Company collections

Title: From a Brilliant Spring Collection, Unmistakably Mr. Henry!
Date(s): 1961
Creator: Mr. Henry (Firm : New York, N.Y.)
Collection ID: Joseph Bancroft and Sons Company, Miss America collection (Accession 1972.430)
Hagley ID: 72430_896
Collection: Joseph Bancroft & Sons Company collections

Title: House of Morrison Fall Line, 1959
Date(s): 1959
Creator: Morrison Knitwear Co. Inc.
Collection ID: Joseph Bancroft and Sons Company, Miss America collection (Accession 1972.430)
Hagley ID: 72430_706
Collection: Joseph Bancroft & Sons Company collections

Title: Qiana nylon fashion
Date(s): 1969-10
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_58917
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Qiana nylon fashion
Date(s): 1970-06
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_58921
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Minx Modes sparkling nylon party dress
Date(s): 1960-10
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Written on verso: Dresses that sparkle will grace many ballroom floors this party season. In this one the glitter is in the fabric because Minx Modes has chosen a new sheer tricot of DuPont sparkling nylon in white and fuchsia with tiny allover pleats. The full skirt short dance dress has shoestring straps at the neck and wide gold belt clinching the waist. Her hosiery, too, is of sparkling nylon. This is item is approximately $40.
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_0585
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Qiana nylon fashion
Date(s): 1970-06
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_58922
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Yves St. Laurent nylon evening gown for Dior
Date(s): 1960
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Description: Written on verso: Yves St. Laurent's inspired handling of the princess silhouette is portrayed in this sumptuous evening gown, a highlight of the Dior spring collection. Turquoise nylon tulle, exquisitely jeweled in turquoise and gold, is use with dramatic effect in this design with beautifully molded bodice, a skirt that is very short in front and terminates in a long, graceful train.
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_5800
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

Title: Qiana nylon fashion
Date(s): 1976-03
Contributor(s): E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company (originator)
Collection ID: DuPont Textile Fibers Product Information photographs (Accession 1984.259)
Hagley ID: 1984259_5891
Collection: Dupont Textile Fibers Product Information collection

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