Seattle World's Fair pattern top and skirt, 1962

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Image of Seattle World's Fair pattern top and skirt, 1962 — 2009.62.2

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Seattle World's Fair pattern top and skirt, 1962

This shirt and skirt are printed with a delightful pattern that celebrates the 1962 World’s Fair in Seattle. The print features images of the Space Needle, Monorail, arches of the US Science Pavillion, and plumes of water spraying from the International Fountain. Gerry Abbott, who also created fashion illustrations for the Seattle Times, drew sketches for the pattern. These garments are from a series of World’s Fair themed dresses and separates made in Seattle by Foster-Hochberg Manufacturing. In the 1950s and 1960s, Foster-Hochberg was one of Seattle’s leading clothing manufacturers, specializing in casual sportswear for women and teen girls. Sailmates and Pamela Foster were the names of two of their most popular lines.

ID Number: 2009.62.2

Date: 1962

Creator(s): Foster-Hochberg Manufacturing Co., Inc., Manufacturer ||Abbott, Gerry (Mrs. James W.)

Physical Description: 1 Skirt; cotton; Top: 21 in.H x 16 in.W, Skirt: 25.5 in.H x 12.5 in.W (at waist), Belt: 55 in. long

Credit: MOHAI, 2009.62.2

Subjects: Century 21 Exposition (1962 World's Fair), Clothing and Dress