Stewardess
Air California, 1960s
Air California introduced Mexican-inspired designs that were meant to reflect California’s Spanish heritage, but which also incorporated 1960s fashions. Thus, flight attendants ended up wearing sombreros and capes along with miniskirts and go-go boots.
Gift of Air California through Nancy Matsui
Display Status
This object is on display in America by Air at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Japan
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Accessories
Physical Description
Flight attendant's necklace; gold colored chain-linked choker.
Dimensions
3-D: 39.1 × 0.6 × 0.2cm (1 ft. 3 3/8 in. × 1/4 in. × 1/16 in.)
Materials
Copper Alloy
Iron Alloy
Inventory Number
A19880532000
Credit Line
Donated by Nancy Matsui
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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