Evening Gown
Catalog Number
2001.80.65a-bDescription
a) Pink rayon taffeta, strapless prom gown; gathered skirt; fitted bodice covered with layered violet netting; purple, velvet ribbon trim at waist.b) 14" x 14.5" x .0625" short matching violet net jacket; small collar; full-gathered thee-quarter length sleeves; snap closure at neck front.Condition poor: faded; skirt has long tears and holes.History
This item belonged to Hermina Bouwman Roossien. She was born in Borculo, MI on 5-15-1911. The 1920, 1930 and 1940 US Census show that Hermina was living in Holland, MI.Hermina married Alfred Roossien in Holland, MI on 3-7-1946. They lived at 345 East 7th Street in Holland, MI (1952, 1966 Holland city directories). Alfred worked for Hart and Cooley in Holland.