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2019.198.6
Title
John Galliano Checked Cotton and Dip Dyed Shirt
Date(s)
- undated [2004-2015] (Creation)
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1
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Name of creator
(2003-)
Administrative history
The menswear line of label John Galliano began in 2003 with a small collection for Spring Summer 2004. Designer John Galliano had previously designed and shown menswear between 1984-1986, often alongside his women's wear. Galliano was creative director for the label until 2011 when owner Dior replaced him with Bill Gaytten.
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Long sleeved cotton shirt made of black and white checked gingham cotton. The shirt has been dip-dyed in a burgundy red colour up to the chest and top part of the arm, just below the shoulder. It has a turn down collar, dress front placket and buttons with seven black plastic buttons. The sleeves have vents, fastening with one button, the cuffs have two buttons, one buttonhole. The cotton has slightly faded overall from washing and wear.
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Label: galliano
Materials: cotton
Materials: cotton