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Dress

Object number2008.55.5

Datec. 1930

MediumSynthetic fabric

Credit LineGift of Nicholas P. Veeder, Jr.

DescriptionHalter top, backless dress made from synthetic metallic gold and silver fabric, flares out to hem from the waist.Dimensions35 in. (88.9 cm)
Historical NotesDress worn by Vardi (Marshall) Veeder to the Cinderella Ball during her debutante season in 1933. Veeder was the granddaughter of the founder of Marshall Elevator Company. Donated by her son, Nicholas P. Veeder, Jr.Label TextVardi Marshall Veeder, heir to the Marshall Elevator Company fortune, wore this belted metallic thread gown to her debut season in 1933 at the Cinderella Charity Ball, a fundraiser for St. Margaret’s Memorial Hospital at the University Club. An image of her at the Cinderella Ball was featured in the paper, which stated, “Metallic fabrics were in vogue, lames, deeply crinkled fabrics of silver and gold and yellow gold and green gold for gowns…Vardi Marshall was in deep gold brocade.” The paper also noted her recent engagement.

Previous owner Vardi Marshall Veeder (1913 - 2002)

Related institution Marshall Elevator Company

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