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Taupe Swarovski crystal-beaded mermaid gown worn by Jennifer Hudson

2011

Smithsonian NMAAHC collection

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Source catalog description

This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.

A taupe-colored strapless mermaid gown worn by Jennifer Hudson and designed by Randi Rahm. The bodice and upper skirt are form-fitting and covered in Swarovski crystal beading. The mermaid skirt is made from plain taupe tulle and flares out with a hemline that grazes the floor. Thin taupe satin ribbon is stitched around the waist and above where the skirt flares out. It is wrapped around the dress in a criss cross pattern. The ribbon at the waist has a small bow at the center front.

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Catalog reference: 2021.102.9

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