Historical information
Jot was an exclusive Toorak fashion label and boutique established in 1969 by Lithuanian-born Terry Oertel and French-born Odile Moktar. Terry's sister Arija Austin was also a designer; in partnership with Erna Vilks she established the high-end Tu Boutique in South Yarra in 1963. The two sisters came to Australia as teenagers after World War II.
Physical description
Maxi coat in cream, yellow and metallic gold ogival patterned brocade. Fastens with five large metallic gold corded domed buttons. Lined with ivory silk taffeta.
Inscriptions & markings
Label, woven black on white acetate, centre back neck: jot / TOORAK
Subjects
References
- The Australian Women's Weekly, 'Routines for a busy life', 15 November 1972 1972 Women's Weekly feature including a short interview with designer Terry Oertel