
Wartime / Utility Fashion · 1970s · African American
Production
ready-to-wear
Material
synthetic fiber
Culture
African American
Influences
1940s jumper dress silhouette
A modest school uniform consisting of a dark brown sleeveless jumper dress worn over a cream-colored short-sleeved blouse with a rounded Peter Pan collar. The jumper features a fitted bodice with a square neckline and an A-line skirt that falls to mid-calf length. The synthetic fabric appears to have a matte finish typical of 1970s polyester blends. Black arm coverings or sleeves extend from beneath the short-sleeved blouse, creating full arm coverage. The overall silhouette emphasizes modesty and practicality, reflecting the dress code requirements of Nation of Islam educational institutions during this period.
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