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Description
A white pique printed cotton long maxi skirt with large bold red poppy flowers, green stems and leaves, and a blue line design. The skirt includes a pocket on either side of the hip lined with a white cotton weave.
The waistband is a rayon Moiré ribbon that is folded over and stitched to the waist of the skirt. At the bottom of the ribbon, there is an attached blue cotton plain weave cotton tie that is a double piping decoration.
A maxi skirt is a long skirt that reaches the ankles or even brushes the ground. It's known for its full length and versatility, suitable for both casual and formal occasions.
About This Item
- Title: Poppy print maxi skirt, ca. 1975
- Creation Date: circa 1975
- Subject Date: circa 1975
- Location: ME
- Media: cotton, rayon
- Dimensions: 101.6 cm x 74.9 cm
- Local Code: 1999.32.6
- Collection: Costume collection
- Object Type: Physical Object
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