Evening dress

Halston

1977 · wool · Costume Institute

Mrs. Kempner's travels gave her the opportunity to depart from the urbane daywear and formal eveningwear that defined her New York wardrobe. Vivid colors and exotic accessories contributed to the festive quality of clothes that she wore to Christmas in Santo Domingo or skiing in Gstaad. Mrs. Kempner found the ease and comfort of Halston's cashmere knits perfect for packing, proclaiming, "I love the feeling of completely covered nakedness, of cashmere on my skin."

Artist

Halston

Date

1977

Medium

wool

Culture

American

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Gift of Thomas L. Kempner, 2006