Sample of Cream Fabric with Multi-Coloured Flowers
Sample of Cream Fabric with Multi-Coloured Flowers - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Cake Tin
Green/cream enamelled tinware cake tin (circular) with hinged lid, 'CAKES' on side. Date: 1950 - 1959 (circa) - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Grey Felt Hat
Greenish grey felt hat with top-stitched detail in white and thick white metal hat pin. Date: 1950 - 1959 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Cotton Crochet Gloves
Cotton Crochet Gloves - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Mock-Tortoiseshell Hand Mirror
Hand mirror with back and handle of mock-tortoiseshell. No marks. Date: 1930 - 1939 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
White Cotton Hand-Crochet Blouse
White cotton hand-crochet blouse. Short sleeves, 'V' neck, five button front fastening.. Maker: Orem. Date: 1980 - 1989 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Purple Primark Mini-Skirt with Orange Embroidered Cutwork
Purple mini-skirt; gathered onto wise waistband. Lower half is decorated with cut-work and embroidery to form floral patterns and scalloped hem. Fully lined; concealed zip to left hand side. Labels (back neck): atmosphere 14/42 Retail labels (attached): atmosphere, 100% Cotton and Primark Purple Size 14 £7 (side seam): 91% Polyester 8% Polyamid 1% Elastane. Maker: Primark. Date: 2009 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Red Maxi Dress with Green Trim
Red maxi dress, round neck with keyhole cut-outs and layered cap sleeves, all trimmed in bright green satin ribbon with ties to neck. Long four-gored skirt cut from shaped bodice; long metal zip to centre back.. Date: 1960 - 1969 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Purple Print Peter Robinson Dress
Black empire-line dress with purple, fuscia and green floral print. long sleeves, gathered just past shoulders; cuffs fasten with press studs. Scoop neckj with lacing detail to front bodice gathered at front of bust. Long skirt with contrasting pink panel above the hem. metal zip to centre back. labels: Peter Robinson 12 and laundry instructions. Maker: Peter, Robinson. Date: 1970 - 1979 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
RAF Uniform No 1 Dress Jacket
Short airforce blue dress jacket, single breasted with plain blue epaulettes. Two large breast pockets with black plstic buttions bearing crown and wings insignia. Sleeves have large sewn-on badges. No buttons, fastens with a velcro strip. Fully lined.. Maker: J Compton Sons and Webb Ltd. Date: 1940 - 1949 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Small Suitcase containing Elizabeth Arden Cosmetics
Small suitcase with mirror inside lid. Pale pink lining divided into sections containing various 'Ardena' (Elizabeth Arden) products. Small gilt metal key to lock. Date: 1950 - 1959 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Tunic-Style Blouse with Cravat Tie Neck
Blue and white tunic style blouse shot through with silver thread. Cravat style tie neck. three large gilt buttons (may have been added later). Maker: Maribou - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Oscar de la Renta Perfume Bottle
Clear glass atomiser with silver metal fittings to neck. Black plastic lid. Front marked: Oscar de la Reta Eau de Toilette Spray Naturel Paris and Oscar de la Renta impressed in silver on lid.. Maker: Oscar de la Renta. Date: 2008 (circa) - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Sony 7 Transistor Mini-Radio
Mini-radio, two wavebands, in dark grey plastic with metallic mesh front and chrome trim. Contained in detatchable black leather carrying case with 'Sony'stamped in silver. Maker: Sony. Date: 1975 - 1979 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Khaki Green Dress with Black Velvet Ribbon Trim
Khaki-green dress with black velvet ribbon and diamante trim. Plain V neckline, three quarter length sleeves with black velevet edging. Black velvet edging around bust, bow and diamante trim at front and a further three bands around skirt. Belt loops (belt missing). Back of skirt is black fabric. Metal side zip.. Date: 1940 - 1949 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Gold Lurex Mini Shift Dress
Gold lurex mini shift dress, sleeveless, with roll collar. Dress is cut in panels from bust to hip. Faux pocket flaps to each hip. Long zip to centre back.. Maker: Leygil. Date: 1960 - 1969 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Cream Summer Dress with Floral Design
Cream summer dress with chequer-board patterning and overall design of poppies and yellow and blue daisies with green leaves. Front fastening (press syuds) with self-fabric facing from 'V' neck to hem. Ruched puffed sleeves lined with net. Skirt is full and cut on bias, ruffle around hem. Lined with cream satin. No label. Very slim fitting. Date: 1940 - 1949 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Bronze and Black Lurex Mini Dress
Black and bronze lurex mini dress; sleeveless, square neck, fully lined in black polyester. Hand made, long zip to centre back. Date: 1960 - 1969 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Swiss Musical Box
Swiss musical box, wooden, painted green and gold diamond design. Arch-shaped on rectangular stepped base. metal clasp to centre front, wings open to reveal painting of the Virgin and Child. Gilded inside and decorated with green oval patterns. Clockwork key to underside and impressed 'Made in Switzerland'. - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
Flame coloured rayon taffeta evening dress
Flame coloured rayon taffeta evening dress. Low round neck, edged at front with pleated frill. No sleeves, plain frills over shoulders. Side fastening with press-studs. Gored skirt trimmed with fans of pleated fabric. Belt with diamante buckle. Date: 1930 - 1939 - from the The Betty Smithers Design Collection at Staffordshire University.
