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Description
Rescued for its lightweight feel and metallic sheen, this 90s lamé tank originally twisted in the front and was deconstructed, repaired, and cut into this assymetrical crop. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: 1990s
• Fabric: 100% polyester lamé
• Alterations: deconstructed twist, repaired into solid tank, raised the hem.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 18”
• Chest: 21”
• Length: 18.5”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its dramatic color and weight, this Ralph Lauren metallic knit dress was altered by having the liner, sleeves, and back zipper removed and sewn up, armholes dropped, slit heightened, hems removed, and seams finished. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: contemporary
• Fabric: polyester blend, high stretch
• Alterations: liner, sleeves, and back zipper removed/sewn up, armholes dropped, slit heightened, hems removed, and seams finished.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 15.5”
• Chest: 14”
• Waist: 30”
• Hip: 34”
• Length: 60.5”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its dramatic fabric and silhouette, this lamé shift was altered by removing an elastic waistline, shortening the sleeves, reshaping the neckline, and raising the hem. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: 1990s
• Fabric: polyester blend, stretch
• Alterations: elastic waistline removed, sleeves and hemline shortened, neckline reshaped.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 20”
• Chest: 27”
• Length: 31”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its color, texture, and weight, this acetate tank originally was an oversized tee shirt and was altered by having the sleeves, neckline hem removed, and hem raised. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: 1990s
• Fabric: acetate, high stretch
• Alterations: sleeves, neckline hem removed, hem raised.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 18.5”
• Chest: 23”
• Length: 18.5”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its fabric, color, and proportion, this linen shirt was altered by raising the hem and finishing it. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: 1990s
• Fabric: linen blend
• Alterations: hem raised and finished.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 20.5”
• Chest: 26”
• Length: 24”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its color, texture, and weight, this acetate tank was altered by having the hems removed and the hem raised. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: 1990s
• Fabric: acetate
• Alterations: hemlines removed, hem raised.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 12.5”
• Chest: 19”
• Waist: 17”
• Length: 18”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium
Description
Rescued for its color, fabric, and proportion, this sheer top was originally attached to the top of a dress and was removed. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: 2000s
• Fabric: polyester blend
• Alterations: removed from dress.
Measurements
• Chest: 37”
• Length(front): 16”
• Length(back): 54”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its dramatic color and silhouette, this tulle A-line skirt originally was a gown and was altered by having the liner and bodice removed. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: contemporary
• Fabric: tulle, polyester blend
• Alterations: liner, bodice removed.
Measurements
• Waist: 28”
• Length: 48”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its fabric and silhouette, this sheer mini was altered by removing the liner. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: contemporary
• Fabric: polyester blend, high stretch
• Alterations: liner removed.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 14”
• Sleeve: 23”
• Chest: 29”
• Waist: 22”
• Length: 31”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its fabric and silhouette, this sheer bustier was altered by removing the bra cups. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: contemporary
• Fabric: polyester blend, stretch
• Alterations: bra cups removed.
Measurements
• Chest: 30”
• Waist: 26”
• Length: 12”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its dramatic fringe, this fringe tank originally was attached to a tank top. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: contemporary
• Fabric: polyester blend, high stretch
• Alterations: removed from tank top.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 8”
• Chest: 16”
• Length: 15.5”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.
Description
Rescued for its fabric and silhouette, this sheer mini was altered by removing the liner. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting trans women of color, including G.L.I.T.S. (glitsinc.org).
Details
• Era: contemporary
• Fabric: polyester blend, high stretch
• Alterations: liner removed.
Measurements
• Shoulder: 14”
• Sleeve: 23”
• Chest: 29”
• Waist: 22”
• Length: 31”
Model is 5’10”, has a 34” waist, 42” chest and wears a men’s Medium.