Soutache ensemble

Soutache ensemble

Kamali, Norma

1972

Black jersey knit evening ensemble. A) Cape: black jersey knit cape with asymetrical hemline. High rounded neckline with centerfront opening. Braided. black jersey. neckline closure secured with a single hook&eye. The cape is embellished with forest green cord braid. brown cord braid and terra cotta. green. brown and black passementerie trim. These embellishments are centered on the right and left shoulder fronts and the centerback of the cape. Asymetrical hemline falling from knee-level centerfront to mid-calf centerback. Turned top-stitched hem. No label. B) Dress: black jersey knit dress with short sleeves. Princess-line bodice with moderate round neckline and centerback zipper closure. Natural waistseam with flared. two panel skirt. The skirt has two pleats at the waistline that mirror the princess seams of the bodice. Asymetrical hemline falling from just below knee-level centerfront to ankle-length at centerback. Turned top-stitched hem. The dress is accented at the centerfront waistline with terra cotta. green. brown and black passementerie trim to match the cape. No label.

1 ensemble

Social Life and Customs - Clothing

Dresses (garments)

Capes (outerwear)

The Portal to Texas History

image

https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2136254/