This item is part of the Di Reidie collection. Diane Reidie was a much loved volunteer and President of Brighton Historical Society from 1999 until 2016. Originally from New Zealand, Di and her family lived in Male Street, Brighton for many years. A vibrant and energetic person with a zest for life and a gift for bringing people together, Di was a friend to many in the Bayside community and active in local community organisations. Her tireless work as President of BHS saw her named Bayside Citizen of the Year in 2008. As a seller and collector of vintage clothing, she was passionate about fashion history; one of her many enduring contributions to BHS was her extensive work in preserving, developing and promoting the Society's costume collection. In 2018-19, Di donated more than one hundred items from her personal vintage clothing collection to the Society. The collection, which includes clothing, hats, handbags and shoes from local and international designers, is representative of Di's wide-ranging interests, colourful personality, creativity, humour and love of fashion and travel. Di purchased this dress as a vintage item. Elvie Hill (1917-2018) was a Melbourne fashion designer and a longtime Brighton resident. She established her eponymous label and became well-known for her elegant and feminine designs. She dressed some of Australia's best known women, including Lady Sonia McMahon and Dame Pattie Menzies, and was also known for her boutiques in Melbourne (the last store closed in 1991). She retired in 1999, aged 80.Long-sleeved silk chiffon evening dress with yellow/gold floral print and brown, red and black border at hem. Ruffled neckline and cuffs. Snap fastenings at cuffs and zip at back. Matching silk chiffon sash.Label, inside collar, black on white: "ELVIE HILL / OF MELBOURNE" Label inside seam: "SIZE 10 / TO FIT / Bust 80cm"di reidie, vintage clothing, melbourne designers, elvie hill, 1970s

This child's crinoline skirt was donated in 1974 by Mrs Ella Kohn of Were Street, a life member of the Society. According to then-BHS Secretary Rosalind Landells, the skirt was originally made the fit a girl aged 10-12, but had been modified to add length. Mrs Landells reported that Society members had restored the skirt to the original length and that it would be worn at a costume parade at the Southern Cross on 27 March 1974 by Carolyn Scott.Pale yellow silk half-hoop skirt with cotton lining. Layered skirt with ruched top layer.children's clothing, crinoline, 1850s, 1860s, ella kohn

Canwen Zhao was awarded the $10,000 We The Makers Acquisitive Prize for '35 Life' in 2023. Artist Statement: "35life" is a sustainable fashion project that transforms second-hand clothing materials into urban street outdoor-style products. Highlighting prominent Chinese classic red and green colours not only conveys eastern aesthetics but also adds a sense of unity to the clothing collection. The high-saturation and high-brightness full-colour palette keeps the clothing consistently "fresh," allowing any trendy colours to seamlessly integrate into the project's designs, thus extending the lifespan of the garments. Additionally, all clothing items can quickly transform into a stylish bag for convenient daily carrying and home storage. These bags are made from leftover fabric generated during the production process and serve as original packaging for sale. This approach not only reduces excessive packaging but also enhances the chances of resale in the second-hand market. The project draws inspiration from the traditional Chinese cultural concept of "huo feng ding," meaning "exchange the old for the new." it's also influenced by the designer's personal experience with health issues, making the designs suitable for individuals who can't be exposed to sunlight for extended periods, adapting to the changing urban lifestyle. 35life aims to provide visually pleasing and comfortable dressing experiences for urban dwellers who are busy with work and experience high levels of stress. Unlike traditional design patterns, this project adopts a unique design approach. It selects 3-5 pieces of raw materials based on their colours, and then disassembles them through structural lines. While retaining most of their functionality, these materials are rearranged and assembled on a flat surface before being shaped on a dress form. Subsequently, various ways of creating storage bags are derived from the initial clothing prototypes. After refining the designs, the final products are developed, and similar materials are used to create samples. Therefore, under this design methodology, even for the same garment, it is impossible to produce two identical pieces of clothing. Each garment is truly one-of-a-kind, which enhances its rarity and contributes to the longevity of the fashion pieces. The project includes various types of clothing, each with unique storage methods. This yellow look, named "elegant beach sunscreen monarch," draws its fashion inspiration from traditional Han Chinese attire and its storage concept from the Chinese cultural concept of "jiu jiu gui yi." the design employs flat pattern cutting, utilizing materials from the second-hand market such as beach towels, children's waterproof clothing, and women's dresses. Similar colours and patterns are reassembled through cutting and combining. For the sleeves, quick-drying, sun-protective sport fabric forms the base, overlaid with discarded silk fabric dyed with turmeric and plant dyes. This not only ensures functionality but also adds a sense of elegance. The length can be adjusted using drawstrings. Artist Bio: Zhao Canwen is a multidisciplinary fashion designer with a strong passion for integrating art, history, culture, and sustainable design. With over 15 years of experience in painting, she draws inspiration from ancient Chinese philosophy and aesthetics, which gives her a unique sense of beauty. After 8 years of fashion and art training, she possesses a keen insight into current trends and tends to combine art with commercial needs. Zhao's design style is diverse, characterized by a multidimensional approach, a focus on colour application, and storytelling through details.Outfit consisting of six pieces: - Orange plastic eye wear with green paint - Pair of red and green metal clip on earrings - Red beaded phone case with attached beads on string - Pair of red and green painted running shoes - Yellow and green hooded garment with red piping and zips - Brown bag with green beaded handlessustainable, fashion, we the makers, art, culture, design, chinese philosophy, prize

Nino Corda was a Geelong based textile designer who worked at various textile mills between 1957 & 2003. He travelled the world in search of the latest fashions and techniques and developed timeless designs that were much loved by Australians. These items are on rotational display at the National Wool Museum’s ‘In the Factory’ exhibition. For many years, Nino also worked as part of the Honorary Staff of the National Wool Museum. His passion for the world of textiles provided energy and knowledge to the visitors and staff of the museum. Although Nino has now retired from his honorary position and has hung up his Australian Tartan vest, these items will continue to serve the community in sharing the stories of Australian Textile design. This Suit Jacket was tailored from fabric designed by Nino while he was working at the Foster Valley Mill. Nino developed a Mastercard such as w8043, which was sent to a mill in order to produce bolts of the desired fabrics w8044. These fabrics were then given to tailors where the final product was produced, such as this Suit Jacket.Single breasted suit jack with two buttons and notched lapel. Jacket is predominantly grey with black buttons and a silver silk interior lining. Four darker grey vertical and horizontal lines make up the design of the fabric on the exterior of the suit jacket. suit jacket, weaved, tailored

not recordedA beautiful example of feminine apparel from the art deco periodGold velvet evening cape with ruched collar and pleated basque handpainted dragon, flora outlined in gold thread with silk liningcostume, female, art deco

Hilary Reardon Collection;Garment made by Mrs. Margaret RobinsonEvening dress of cream self-spotted silk with beaded neck and hem with piped waistline. Full length- Hand finishedlocal history, costume female, dress, robinson, margaret, reardon, hilary, fashion

Turner Collection.Part of a collection of clothing donated by Monica Smith (nee Turner). Monica was related to the Hartnell family who were early residents of Kilmore and business owners.Brown silk damask, full length skirt, long sleeves, wide collar/hood. Fragile silk, some lateral tears and shattering, staining.kilmore, turner, smith

Possibly worn at wedding of Elizabeth Jane ('Lil') Hartnell to Stephen Robinson Turner, 1885. Bodice of wedding dress - TEX-0013Clothing from early Kilmore family, the Hartnells.Ivory silk underskirt. Padded ruffle hem flaring out at back. Tearing along sides, lateral tearing down back coinciding with staining. Mould present (inactive).wedding, hartnell, turner collection

Hand worked by Grandma Tassel, donated by Neil and Cheryl Tassel.A cream coloured silk hand crocheted baby bonnet. One inch (1") of single crochet edging is a feature. No ties are attached.baby bonnets, baby clothing

Two white baby bibs: one is silk crocheted and the other is made of white cotton with two embroidered outlines of ladies wearing purple bonnets - c1920.baby clothing, baby bibs

A pair of hand knitted cream silk baby's socks with seven pattered rows. It has ribbing at the top.socks, baby clothing

Worn by Miss Eva Sebire - 1950s.One pair of ladies' gauntlet-style apricot Kayser silk gloves with three covered buttons on feature cuff. There are three rows of diagonal stitching on the cuff, outlining three points, and one row around the cuff. There are also three rows of stitching on the back of the hand.clothing accessories, gauntlet gloves, gloves

Taffeta Silk dress worn by Miss Lydia Gaudion at her Marriage to Mr John Hunter, November 1881. This was the first Wedding in the new Methodist Church building.Taffeta silk, olive green with taupe contrast, wedding dress. Self-covered buttons down front. Layered pleated hemline, lace around the cuffs, and a bustle, and petticoat. Ruby and green stone brooch in shape of a flower, with a clear stone in the centre, worn at the neckline of the dress.wedding dresses, wedding clothing

Child's christening ensemble worn by Philip ('Pip') Smith at his christening. Grandson of Stephen Robinson & Elizabeth Jane Hartnell of 'The Dene' & 'Overdale', Kilmore East. Three daughters - Elsie, Esme & Monica. Their daughter Monica Fleck Turner (1899-1990) m. Albert Smith (1890- 1951) in 1926. Phillip born 1928, d. 2006 at Seymour. Buried Fawkner Cemetery. Clothing from early Kilmore families.Child's christening dress, coat & Bonnet, silk, embroidered. All in very good condition, despite yellowing. TEX-51.1 Dress TEX-51.2 Coat TEX-51.3 Bonnetchild, christening, turner collection

Possibly belonged to Elizabeth Jane Hartnell (1855-1922) whose descendants donated the Turner Collection. Slip found with clothing 'Grandmother Hartnell's shawl". Turner Collection.Clothing belonging to early Kilmore families.Yellow silk shawl, self-fringed on all four sides, floral embroidered borders, some staining present, approx. 1.2m sq. Two stitched "tucks" horizontal 15cm from edge of opposite sides approx. midway. Appears to cover stain /ink. A few small holes otherwise ood condition. hartnell, turner collection

Wedding dress worn by Mary Monica Fleck Turner on her marriage to Albert Smith in 1926. Turner CollectionClothing associated with early Kilmore families.Cream silk "Flapper" knee length sleeveless dress with plain scooped neck. Neck & armholes bound with same fabric. Curved low waist seam. Hem finished with same bias binding. Evidence of machine stitching on both sides altering bodice from underarm for 26cm. Formerly had sash with bow - both missing. Small faint stain on back of skirt and ?watermarks on bodice. In excellent condition otherwise.wedding dress, turner collection, smith

Christening ensemble first worn in 1858 by William Thomas (Tom) Poulter, eldest living child of James & Mary Poulter. Ensemble comprises a short underskirt, long underskirt, robe, 'shawl' & silk bonnet. The robe is reliably dated to 1858, however, the underskirts, shawl & bonnet may have been added to the ensemble at a later date. Used by many generations of family & extended family.White cotton underskirt to christening robe. Pin tuck detail to skirt. Tear at left shoulder.poulter, chapman, christening

Mushroom sheer silk shawl with candlewick motifs in various colours/shawls, clothing accessories

Worn by Mrs. Quayle's niece in 1905. From home of W.J. Sebire, WandinLight green embroidered silk evening shawl with plaited braid and long tassels.shawls, clothing accessories

Made for Mrs. W. Johnson's daughter - Gertrude.Cream silk and lace Christening robe and carrying jacket.Dress gathered at skirt with tucks and lace inserts, and smocking on sleeves. Circular cape with tucks and lace inserts.christening clothing, baby clothing

3600 Bill Kinsella and Carmel Kinsella at Carmel's Birthday party. -1 Carmel Kinsella cutting her birthday cake. -2 Carmel Kinsella. -3 Three photographs of cloths belonging to the Kinsella family. -4 Three photos of clothing, one of a purple silk undergarment, one of black silk dress the third of a embroidered. -5 Three photos, one of a top hat, another of long boots and the third a Bullock drivers bell. -6 Photograph of Illumination given to Thomas Kinsella from the Magdala mine workers when Thomas left to travel back to Ireland to visit his sick mother. -7 Four photographs of objects, one of a Pianola, second of a clock Carmel Kinsella bought for her birthday (80th in 1993). Third wire strainers, Forth Croquet green numbers and mallet head. -a Wording on Illumination (see description, inscriptions and markings). -8 Photograph of Martin Cahill. Born 1881 died 21.06.1947. Married to Eileen Kinsella 1920. -9 Bill Kinsella at 3LK Radio Starion Lubeck where he worked for 38 years. Bill was also called William Jennings Kinsella after his father. -10 The iron decorative gates at Kinsella's farm also called "Magdala" -11 The original Kinsella house on "Magdala" farm. The back room with a flat roof and 4 windows was moved from "Mayo Park" where the Kinsella's originally lived across Station Creek. -12 Photo of Tom Capell as a young man. The son of Jane Teresa Kinsella & William A. Capell. -13 Sarah Kinsella nee Peardon married William Jennings Kinsella. -14 Photograph of Sarah & Jennings Kinsella children Thomas Wade Kinsella, Clare Best, Carmel Kinsella, Bill Kinsella. Photo taken at Kendal's farm near Lubeck Series of colour and black and white photographs taken at the Kinsella's farm "Magdala" Lubeck July 2006.stawell

Purchased at Myer Melbourne to be worn at Local Dinner DanceBurgundy Polyester silk permanently pleated. Top short sleeves round neck. Pants also permanently pleated.Studiocostume, female

Handmade by the donor in 1990'sPair of baby booties knitted with cream silk thread and tied with a cream ribbon.Nilhandmade, baby clothing, knitting

This dress was handmade at Benalla Migrant Camp by Luba Pandik.ballgown, fashion, handmade, silk, organza, pandik, new year's ball

Pink silk ladies' cap with coloured lace insert, white lace at either end. Edged with vari-coloured lace and vari-coloured rosettes.costume, female headwear, female underwear

J.Campbell started a Draper , Outfitter and Milliner store in the Pioneer house on Percy Street in Portland Victoria in 1896. Advertisements found on Trove from November 20 1899 shows the store selling Spring goods, Millinery, Dress goods, prints, piques and muslins. Another advertisement on Trove from September 27 1907 shows the store showing their Spring and Summer Goods, including Choice Millinery, Latest Dress Fabrics, Laces and Silks, Blouses and Skirts.Paper account from J. Campbell, wholesaler and family draper to Mrs Cummings, in the sum of 4/6 for a blouse. Printed form, details handwritten in black ink top right hand corner is missing, and top left hand corner has two holes in the paper. Paper is cream and has darker brownish patches at the top. PIONEER HOUSE PERCY STR / Portland, Mar / Mrs Cummings / BOUGHT OF J. CAMPBELL, / (LATE A. MARRIOTT.) / Wholesale and Family Draper, Outfitter and Milliner. / DRESSMAKING IN ALL ITS BRANCHES. / Accounts rendered monthly to avoid errors / Jan ** 1 Blouse 4/6 4.6draper, portland trade, accounts, womens clothing, city of portland, betty vivian, betty vivian collection

BHS CollectionFull length royal blue silk embroidered fabric dress with bodice and long sleeves, fully lined with ivory cotton fabric. Hand made. Front of bodice has round neck and dips to a deep V at waistline. Twelve decorative fabric covered buttons from neckline to lower V that taper to stitched down pleats at waistline. Fabric bow at centre front of neckline lined with blue satin. Long sleeves have short capped layer over a flared layer underneath. Top section edged with one row of royal blue cotton fringeing. Lower flared section edged with two rows of royal blue cotton fringeing. Large royal blue fabric bow attached at each elbow. Back of bodice made of six panels to waistline. Centre panel on each side is edged with cotton fringeing. Centre back opening to waist with nineteen hooks and eyes, only one eye remaining. Piping around waistline. Full skirt knife pleats at front below waist. Hemline edged with blue ribbed cotton ribbon. Card inside box with ''Wedding Gown Circa 1850's".costume, female, royal blue silk dress

- Worn at wedding day, May 1967 - Purchased on wearer's mother's account at Buckley & Nunn, Melbourne.- Black woollen trousers and jacket - Black ribbon trim on side seams - pleated waistline - cotton pocket - silk lapels (plain) Size 36 (men's) Garment has been altered See NA5570 (white formal shirt) NA5575 (Bow Tie) and NA5576 (Cummerbund) 'The Buckleigh" - exclusive to Buckley's & Nunnclothing, formal wear, men

The Australian Secondary Schools Snowsports Team Championship (ASSSTC) began in 1967 and has run every year since. The Championship originated from an idea instigated by Tom Mitchell, an Australian Winter Olympian, Member of the Victorian Parliament and pioneer of Australian skiing. The competition gives participants a unique opportunity to perform in a team environment where skills in the various disciplines of alpine, cross country and snowboard are required. This championship is unique as there are no individual winners, but each participant contributes points to the team result. The maximum size of any team is 16, made up of alpine skiers, cross country skiers and snowboarders. To score the most points, the majority of team members need to compete in at least two disciplines, with only a handful being able to specialise in any one discipline. The disciplines include Grand Slalom, Ski-X, Snowboard-X and Cross-Country Classic technique and the Freestyle Relay events. Students needing to compete in their non-preferred discipline means that the pressure is off competitors to enter only if they are highly talented. The event is usually a four day carnival that welcomes Professional Race Training with Falls Creek Ski School Trainers on the Tuesday, Skier Cross and Boarder Cross events on Wednesday, Giant Slalom Events for Skiers and Snowboarders on the Thursday and Cross Country events held on the Friday. The carnival concludes on the Friday, with a luncheon and presentations.This vest is significant because it represents an important School Skiing Competition which fosters and supports the development of skiing and snowboarding in Australia.A sleeveless navy blue vest with silk textile lining. The vest has two zip pockets and a front zip closure. Cloth badges representing A.S.S.S.S.T.C championships have been hand-stitched on to the front of the vest in a vertical row. A badge representing the maker is at the lower left hem.A.S.S.S.S.T.C badges for 1979, 1980 and 1981.australian secondary schools snowsports team championship, school skiing competitions