Historical information
The Fashion & Design collection of the Kew Historical Society includes examples of women’s, men’s, children’s and infants’ clothing from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Items in the collection were largely produced for, or purchased by women in Melbourne, and includes examples of outerwear, protective wear, nightwear, underwear and costume accessories. This particular skirt, by one-time Kew resident Prie Acton, was sourced by Margaret Robinson.
Physical description
A-line suede leather midi-length skirt featuring "bull's eye" and zig-zag appliques at hemline. Skirt is black coloured.
Inscriptions & markings
Label inside back waistband: Prue Acton / AUSTRALIA
Subjects
References
- Suit - Prue Acton, Tan Suede, 1971 Comparable costume in Museums Victoria Collection
