This ensemble is a signature work by the internationally-renowned Hong Kong-based fashion designer Pacino Wan (born 1964). It comprises a plastic-coated calico dress with a photographic print of Queen Elizabeth II on the front and Princess Margaret on the back and accessories including a headscarf mirroring that worn by the Queen on the dress, an umbrella, a handbag designed by Pacino Wan for Immi Paris and Union Jack design loafers. The ensemble is from Wan's Spring-Summer 1996-97 collection 'Say goodbye to the Queen' which, like that of many other Hong Kong and mainland Chinese designers, was inspired by the transition of Hong Kong to Chinese sovereignty. The piece is typical of Wan's work which is known for its strong conceptual basis and quirky sense of humour. The designer graduated from Hong Kong Polytechnic University Swire School of Design in 1987. After working for a number of local garment manufacturers and exporters he established his own company, She & He Ltd, in 1992. Wan focuses on casual wear, executive wear for young women and accessories. His labels include Pacino Wan, Pacino La Grande Adventure Du Jeans and Idees Et Silky. Wan is also a manufacturer and project designer for a number of European companies including the accessory label Immi Paris and his market extends from Hong Kong to Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Germany, Italy, France and Australia.

Ensemble, womens, comprising plastic-coated calico dress/ headscarf/ umbrella/ handbag/ tights/ shoes (pair), 'Say goodbye to the Queen' collection, Pacino Wan/ She & He Ltd, Hong Kong Spring-Summer, 1996-97.

Dress: loose fitting, calf length, sleeveless shift dress made of plastic coated calico. The dress has a ghit round neckline. The plastic is colour printed with photographs, on the front of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a white shift dress, green hat and carrying a white umbrella and a black handbag. Near the hem on hte front there is a partial image of the Queen Mother waving. Printed on the back is a picture of Princess Margaret wearing a blue evening gown and matching jewellery ensemble including a tiara. The centre back opening fastens with a clear plastic button and thread loop, the proper left side seam opening fastens with a white nylon invisible zipper. The dress is machine sewn and fully lined with white polyester.

Headscarf: square scarf made of green and orange shot polyester fabric. The edges are machine hemmed.

Handbag: small handbag made of blue vinyl with a slight holographic wave design. The flatish bag is rectangular in shape with rounded corners and two fold over flap opening, one on each side, which fasten with magnetic press studs. One side of the bag has an inside pocket that fastens with a black nylon zipper. The short should strap is attached to the bag via two large silver metallic rings. It is machine sewn and fully lined with black leatherette and polyester fabric.

Umbrella: large umbrella made of purple polyester fabric and fake wood. The tip is made of light brown wood grain plastic with a black rubber end and gold metallic shoulder between the tip and canopy. The purple fabric canopy is stretched over and attached to metal ribs. The umbrella is opened with a black plastic button at the bottom of the metal tube. The hook style handle is made of light brown wood grain plastic. The umbrella is closed up with a fabric tape and a metal press stud.

Tights: pair of opaque tights made of black lycra polyester blend fabric. The text 'FCK' is woven repeatedly around the waistband.

Shoes: a pair of loafers made of black leather. The black uppers are decorated on the vamps with a red, white and blue Union Jack design. The shoes have black rubber soles and stacked black rubber heels. They are have beige leatherette lining and innersoles.

Designed by Pacino Wan (born 1964) for his Pacino Wan/She & He Ltd. Spring-Summer1996-97 collection 'Say goodbye to the Queen'.

Pacino Wan graduated from Hong Kong Polytechnic University Swire School of Design in 1987. After working for a number of local garment manufacturers and exporters he established his own company, She & He Ltd, in 1992. Wan focuses on casual wear, executive wear for young women and accessories. His labels include Pacino Wan, Pacino La Grande Adventure Du Jeans and Idees Et Silky. Wan is also a manufacturer and project designer for a number of European companies including the accessory label Immi Paris and his market extends from Hong Kong to Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Germany, Italy, France and Australia.

Manufactured in 1996 for Pacino Wan's Spring-Summer 1996-97 collection 'Say goodbye to the Queen'.

This ensemble was made in 1996.

Gift of Pacino Wan, 2002

Dress: two white fabric labels inside centre back neck 'PACINO wan' '38'. Bag: impressed on both flaps 'immi/PARIS'. Metal makers plate on handle of umbrella 'GOODY/BOY'S'. Shoes: small gold and black stickers on soles '9 1/2'.

2002/20/2