Releases, 1956, 1956

folder

Identifier: SC.69.5.1.4

Scope and Contents

This folder contains typed descriptions about Vera Maxwell collections for Fall/Winter 1956 and Spring/Summer/Fall 1957. The descriptions also account for the designer's thoughts and philosophy on fashion as well her career journey. The descriptions were written for press releases. Also, included are two reference lists of garments with prices that are related to the Fall 1956 collection and the "Color Collection" for Fall 1957.

Dates

Creation: 1956

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