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Aurora works on white gown.
Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (right) take customer's measurements; the customer is Brenda Freytes.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (righ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa and Milagros. Paterson New Jersey

Elsa and Milagros. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Some fancy items to be sewn on garments.

Some fancy items to be sewn on garments.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue.

Aurora at her work. Paterson New Jersey

Aurora at her work. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeve blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeve blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

American Folklife Center: Milagros Cueto. Paterson New Jersey

American Folklife Center: Milagros Cueto. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Millie served as interpreter when I spoke with Aurora Goicoechea; I interviewed both women, first Millie, then M... More

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.
Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Aurora sketches design of gown. Paterson New Jersey

Aurora sketches design of gown. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor Elsa Mantilla.

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Elsa told me that her plans are to expand the business, principally to separate the wedding dress business from ... More

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa Mantilla and girl; gown on dressmaker's model in background.

Elsa Mantilla and girl; gown on dressmaker's model in background.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Aurora Goicoechea draws a sketch of a dress.

Aurora Goicoechea draws a sketch of a dress.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.
Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.
Milagros Cueto works on blue gown.

Milagros Cueto works on blue gown.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto sewing gown with sewing machine.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto sewing gown with sewing machine.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa Mantilla and girl; Milagros "Millie" Cueto adjusts gown on model; Aurora Goicoechea is in the background (left).

Elsa Mantilla and girl; Milagros "Millie" Cueto adjusts gown on model;...

Public domain photograph related to music, performing arts, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Fr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Aurora sketches design of gown. Paterson New Jersey

Aurora sketches design of gown. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeve blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa Mantilla, Milagros Cueto and unidentified girl look at dress patterns.

Elsa Mantilla, Milagros Cueto and unidentified girl look at dress patt...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Aurora works on white gown.
Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Aurora and Milagros putting dress on dressmaker's model.

Aurora and Milagros putting dress on dressmaker's model.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production.

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Elsa told me that her plans are to expand the business, principally to separate the wedding dress business from ... More

Elsa Mantilla and girl; Milagros "Millie" Cueto adjusts gown on model; Aurora Goicoechea is in the background (left).

Elsa Mantilla and girl; Milagros "Millie" Cueto adjusts gown on model;...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine photos and sketches of dress.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine photos and sketches of dress.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor Elsa Mantilla.

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Fr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.
Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Aurora Goicoechea at work above Elsa's.

Aurora Goicoechea at work above Elsa's.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Aurora is a seamstress from the Dominican Republic. Her co-worker told me that Aurora is also a fine cook. Aur... More

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor Elsa Mantilla, and customer Brenda Freytes.

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor ...

Picryl description: Public domain image of catering, dinner table arrangement, caterer, restaurant, food, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

At Elsa's Fashions, 368 21st Avenue: seamstress Milagros "Millie" Cueto, customer Brenda Freytes, and seamstress Aurora Goicoechea and proprietor Elsa Mantilla.

At Elsa's Fashions, 368 21st Avenue: seamstress Milagros "Millie" Cuet...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeve blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

View of the work space/stations.

View of the work space/stations.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. This photograph was taken following an interview I conducted with Aurora and her co-worker, Milagros Cueto. The... More

Aurora Goicoechea at work above Elsa's.

Aurora Goicoechea at work above Elsa's.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Aurora is a seamstress from the Dominican Republic. Her co-worker told me that Aurora is also a fine cook. Aur... More

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (right) take customer's measurements; the customer is Brenda Freytes.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (righ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

View of Elsa's dressmaking shop. Paterson New Jersey

View of Elsa's dressmaking shop. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Aurora Goicoechea, one of the seamstresses employed there, is visible in this frame. This photograph was taken ... More

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Fr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Some decorative pieces to be sewn on garments.

Some decorative pieces to be sewn on garments.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto sewing gown with sewing machine.
Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Milagros Cueto works on blue gown.

Milagros Cueto works on blue gown.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto takes customer's measurements.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto takes customer's measurements.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa Mantilla, Milagros Cueto and unidentified girl look at dress patterns.

Elsa Mantilla, Milagros Cueto and unidentified girl look at dress patt...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Public domain photograph related to music, performing arts, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine photos and sketches of dress.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.
One of three or four types of sewing machine used in the shop.

One of three or four types of sewing machine used in the shop.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue.

American Folklife Center: Milagros Cueto. Paterson New Jersey

American Folklife Center: Milagros Cueto. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Millie served as interpreter when I spoke with Aurora Goicoechea; I interviewed both women, first Millie, then M... More

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine photos and sketches of dress.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

At Elsa's Fashions, 368 21st Avenue: seamstress Milagros "Millie" Cueto, customer Brenda Freytes, and seamstress Aurora Goicoechea and proprietor Elsa Mantilla.
Milagros "Millie" Cueto takes customer's measurements.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto takes customer's measurements.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Aurora Goicoechea at work above Elsa's.

Aurora Goicoechea at work above Elsa's.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Aurora is a seamstress from the Dominican Republic. Her co-worker told me that Aurora is also a fine cook. Aur... More

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine photos and sketches of dress.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor Elsa Mantilla.

Seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros "Mille" Cueto, proprietor ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

At Elsa's Fashions, 368 21st Avenue:  (Left to right):  seamstress Milagros "Millie" Cueto, customer Brenda Freytes, and seamstress Aurora Goicoechea.

At Elsa's Fashions, 368 21st Avenue: (Left to right): seamstress Mil...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (right) take customer's measurements; the customer is Brenda Freytes.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (righ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Fr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeve blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Milagros greets customer Brenda Freytes (center) as Elsa stands by.

Milagros greets customer Brenda Freytes (center) as Elsa stands by.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production.

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Elsa told me that her plans are to expand the business, principally to separate the wedding dress business from ... More

View of Elsa's dressmaking shop. Paterson New Jersey

View of Elsa's dressmaking shop. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Aurora Goicoechea, one of the seamstresses employed there, is visible in this frame. This photograph was taken ... More

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa Mantilla in the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail.

Elsa Mantilla in the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesal...

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (right) take customer's measurements; the customer is Brenda Freytes.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (righ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Goicoechea (in long-sleeved blouse) and Milagros "Millie" Cueto; blue gown is being worked on in the background.

Proprietor Elsa Mantilla (in dotted dress) with seamstresses Aurora Go...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Fr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for her dress; they are using photos (including some taken at Dominican pageant by Martha Cooper) and sketches; an unidentified girl is also present.

Elsa, Aurora and Milagros work with Brenda to come up with design for ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Fr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Freytes discussing dress to be made.

Shop owner Elsa Mantilla (right) joins Cueto, Goicoechea and Brenda Fr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine photos and sketches of dress.

Milagros "Millie" Cueto, unidentified girl, and Elsa Mantilla examine ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (right) take customer's measurements; the customer is Brenda Freytes

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (righ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (right) take customer's measurements; the customer is Brenda Freytes.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (righ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Elsa's Fashions, a dress shop at 368 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Seamstresses Milagros "Mille" Cueto (left) and Aurora Goicoechea (right) take customer's measurements; the customer is Brenda Freytes.