Stewardess
Northeast Airlines, 1968
Northeast Airlines introduced this loud and revealing lime green hot pants uniform in 1968. Other airlines resorted to similar styles to attract male passengers, as businessmen still accounted for the majority of airline travelers.
Gift of Corine Lobato
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Uniforms: Civil
Manufacturer
Classic Lady by Constantine
Physical Description
Green synthetic, short sleeve, with gold embroidered "yellow bird"
Dimensions
Clothing (Storage with Inserts): 71.1 x 63.5 x 5.7cm (28 in. x 25 in. x 2 1/4 in.)
Materials
Polyester, Nylon, Brass, Paint
Inventory Number
A19750813000
Credit Line
Donated by Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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