"Strictly Personal" ensemble. A: Floor-length robe in cream rayon damask with swirling cloud pattern; small rolled collar at back with wide lapels, deep V-neckline; padded shoulders; elbow-length kimono sleeves, turn-back cuffs; natural waistline with front drawstring, center front bow. B: Full-length nightgown in bias-cut cream silk charmeuse; square neck front, deep V back, edged with cream Valenciennes lace; floral embroidery at neck and armscye; sleeveless, wide lace straps; lightly gathered at bust; inverted V inset at waist front; scalloped hem; handstitched french seams and pick-stitching. C-D: Pair of peep toe mules; cream net over wool vamp with high throat; cream rayon damask covered platform and wedge heel; wooden sole; rayon faille inner. Part of "Woman of Fashion 1947" presented at the Costume Institute by Bloomingdale's in honor of the department store's 75th anniversary.
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