Women's Costume Collection

The Women's Costume Collection exists primarily as a research study collection documenting the evolution of 20th- century fashion, mainly in the second half of the century. The collection functions as a three-dimensional archive that emphasizes basic design principles such shape, line, texture, color and proportion that apply specifically to wearing apparel and accessories. It is also a rich resource of historic styles, revival fashions, and period details. This collection includes clothing from moderate to high price ranges as well as designer and mass-produced items. Students can familiarize themselves with and compare the various fabric featured, construction techniques and finishes used, and the resulting style or silhouette of each of these categories.

To search the Women's Costume Collection, look under designer, date or decade, or key fashion term. Click on one of the items listed below to obtain a list of garments representing that grouping. Then click on the specific entry to view the garment and read the descriptions and additional information. Advanced search is also available.

Evening	Outwear	Lingerie	Day Dress
Adolfo - 1995.021	Mugler-2002.091	Kung-2002.178	Harp-2002.101