Publicity, 1936 - 1980, 1936 - 1980

Series

Identifier: SC.69.5

Scope and Contents

This series is comprised primarily of typed descriptions about Vera Maxwell collections, her philosophy on fashion, biography, and career journey. There are also newspaper and magazine clippings about Vera Maxwell and her designs, typed notes and excerpts from lectures given by the designer, and albums containing mainly press clippings and sketches. Also, included are correspondence, invitations, and promotional materials.

Dates

Creation: 1936 - 1980

Creator

From the Collection: Maxwell, Vera, 1901-1995 (1901 April 22-1995 January 15) (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English Latin

Conditions Governing Access

Access is open to researchers by appointment at the Fashion Institute of Technology Library, Department of Special Collections and FIT Archive. If you have any questions, or wish to schedule an appointment contact us at [email protected] or call (212) 217-4385.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 1 placeholder : 56 linear feet Sketches, sketchbooks, prints (visual works), negatives (photographs), slides (photography), swatches, scrapbooks, photographs, clippings (book, newspaper, etc.), letters, correspondence, video tape, labels, promotional materials, fashion plates