Historical information
Diana Trewenack is the youngest daughter of Cedric Hirst and great granddaughter of Godfrey Hirst. Her father was Managing Director and Chairman of Directors of Godfrey Hirst Woollen Mills until its takeover in the 60’s.
Diana was married at St David's Church in Geelong in May 1954.
The material for the wedding gown was made with very fine cream wool woven at the Godfrey Hirst Woollen Mill.
From discussion with Diana, the dress was put together by a local dressmaker in Geelong.
It is fine pure wool and beaded on the edge of the wrap over skirt and on the long train.
Physical description
Cream coloured woollen wedding dress with long sleeves. Decorative beading pattern around cuffs and up the front edge of the dress. Zippers at each sleeve and back of dress. - 7825.1
Train, made with same cream woollen material as dress, with matching beaded edging. Attaches with clasp around waist of dress. - 7825.2
Veil made of cream tulle, with beaded headband. - 7825.3
