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Hollywood fashion designer Howard Greer (1896–1974) created this fitted suit in light blue wool gabardine for TWA (Trans World Airlines) in 1944. It was known as the “cutout” for the openwork TWA lettering on the shoulder. With suggestions from supervisor of hostess services Ida Staggers, Greer introduced the “blou-slip,” a combined undergarment in rayon and satin that did not need constant tucking in. The triangular jacket flap could be unbuttoned to cover the TWA lettering, allowing the hostess to smoke or have a cocktail while off duty. This style of uniform was worn until 1955. Image: TWA (Trans World Airlines), Audrey McNamara Nevis, c. 1949. Gift of the Estate of Audrey McNamara Nevis. 2013.057.001 This image was posted on November 09, 2018.

This post mentions the following things involved with the SFO Museum collection:

TWA (Trans World Airlines). It is related to TWA (Trans World Airlines) (the company) .