High waisted printed mini dress, ca. 1970

Contributed by Maine Historical Society

Description

Made entirely of polyester, this short, printed dress features an elongated "Peter Pan" collar, popular in children’s and young adult fashions throughout most of the 20th century. This mini dress is indicative of 1960s and 70s fashions, easily paired with the era’s chunky shoes, knee high socks or colorful tights.In the 1960s, teenage fashion flooded the market, catering to a new generation seeking to dress vastly different from their parents, and in sharp contrast to the previous decade’s poodle skirts and bobby socks.

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About This Item

  • Title: High waisted printed mini dress, ca. 1970
  • Creation Date: circa 1970
  • Subject Date: circa 1970
  • Location: ME
  • Media: polyester
  • Local Code: 1993.300.58
  • Collection: Costume collection
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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Maine Historical Society
485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
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