Reflections

Reflections: The Mary Wilson Supreme Legacy

The Supremes were known for their glamorous and sophisticated style with costumes that were a visual delight covered in chiffon, sequins, beads, fringe, rhinestones and feathers. This exhibition includes 50 of these gowns, including the first dress purchased by Mary Wilson, Diana Ross and Florence Ballard when they were still known as the Primettes; a set of black velvet Bob Mackie gowns worn on the GIT on Broadway television special in 1969; outfits worn on the Supremes’ television specials and featured on album covers; and those from their 1977 Farewell Performance. One set of dresses includes a loose-fitting maternity outfit worn by Wilson while she was pregnant.

Exhibition Space Requirements

Approximately 3,500 square feet

Exhibition Materials

Fifty historic costumes and accessories
Mannequins and dress forms
Interpretive wall graphics
Fifteen framed photographs
Video clips from the Ed Sullivan Show (rights to be acquired by hosting institution)
Ambient soundtrack
Label copy furnished on CD

Crates

8 crates, plus 9 soft-packed items

Insurance

Hosting institution is responsible for certificate of insurance prior to shipping.

Shipping

Hosting institution pays shipping.

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