Sequin Twilight Evening Gown
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2010.2
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Designer
Peter Soronen
(American)
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Date
2009
Medium
textile (silk, synthetic), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat, Maximum) W 35 1/2 in x L 64 1/2 in (90.2 cm x 163.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionA sequined black twilight strapless evening gown with interior corset bodice and a long bias skirt in deep purple/ ink blue. The sequins are held in place with gold metallic thread that is sewn in squiggly patterns. Under layer is stretchy black mesh.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this evening gown at the 2009 Governor's Ball on February 22, 2009.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the First Lady and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesObama Family Collection (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama dance while the band Earth, Wind and Fire performs at the Governors Ball in the East Room of the White House, Feb. 22, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)"
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama pulls out the chair for First Lady Michelle Obama at the Governors Ball in the State Dining Room of the White House, Feb. 22, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)"