From the personal collection of Denise Poiret, wife of couturier Paul Poiret.

THE FIRST
Sleeveless chemise in white linen, with a large band of crocheted lace at the lower half of chemise. Round neckline. Midi-length. No closures. Unlined. Features stitched-in tag at interior hem that reads "SACK 1912", written by Denise Poiret.

Label: Unlabeled
Size Label: Unmarked
Date: 1912
Country of Origin: France

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14“
Chest: 44“
Waist: 47“
Hips: 52“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 47“

THE SECOND
Sleeveless chemise in white cotton voile with lace trim at neckline and armholes. Wide scoop neckline. Mid-thigh length. Decorative pintucks and embroidery at front, near neckline. Features small embroidered "DP" monogram at upper chest. No closures. Unlined.

Label: Unlabeled
Size Label: Unmarked
Date: 1910
Country of Origin: France

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 17.5“
Chest: 40“
Waist: 44“
Hips: 48“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 37“