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Fink Modell purple belt

Title

Year/Period

1970s

Region

Singapore

Material

polyester, plastic, metal

Dimension

Gross measurement: 6.1 x 91 cm

Accession No.

2009-01614

Collection of

National Museum of Singapore

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Jaya Mohideen

This purple belt which goes together with a matching dress belonged to the late Christina Lee (1923-2009).Christina Lee was the former wife of Loke Wan Tho, the founder and chairman of Cathay Organisation. An accomplished photographer, perfumer and businesswoman, she was also a style icon who was remembered for her poise, elegance and impeccable fashion sense. In 1965, she was named by Vogue magazine as one of the most beautiful women in Singapore.