Amelia Earhart Brand Blouse, 1934
THF158334 / Amelia Earhart Brand Blouse, 1934
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Artifact Overview
Amelia Earhart--the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic--launched a fashion line in 1934. The garments--with simple lines and mid-range prices--were inspired by Earhart's interest in functional clothing for active living. The brand's label featured Earhart's signature, along with a soaring red plane. Despite publicity garnered by Earhart's foray into clothing design, the line didn't catch on with the public.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Blouse (Main garment)
Date Made
1934
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Amelia Earhart's fashion line of clothing.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Heroes of the Sky
Object ID
2014.21.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Kidskin
Color
White (Color)
Inscriptions
Text on label:
DESIGNED BY/ Amelia Earhart
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