Suit
(c. 1969)
Medium
wool, acetate, cotton, rayon, metal
Measurements
(a) 83.0 cm (centre back) 57.5 cm (sleeve length) (jacket)
(b) 62.0 cm (centre back) (width) (waistcoat)
(c) (outer leg) 35.0 cm (waist, flat) (trousers)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Presented through the NGV Foundation by Anthony Knight, Governor, 2005
Gallery location
Not on display
About this work
In 1966, London’s Carnaby Street became the world’s centre of men’s fashion. Coined ‘Peacock Alley’, the street was lined with boutiques full of flashy, fanciful clothes which challenged the traditional parameters of menswear. These flamboyant sartorial styles soon influenced Australian fashions. This three-piece suit featuring romantic, neo-Edwardian elements – wide velvet lapels, a longline jacket and check fabric – was purchased to wear to a local nightclub.
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
Melbourne, Victoria
Accession Number
2005.25.a-c
Department
Australian Fashion and Textiles