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Black and Crimson Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Black and Crimson Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Black and Crimson Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2011.11
Object Type Dress
Designer (American, 1961)
Date 2008
Medium textile (silk)
DimensionsOverall (Flat, Maximum) W 21 in x L 42 1/4 in (53.3 cm x 107.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack dress with red hourglass shape created by diagonal bands of black silk georgette that cross the waist in contrast to the red confetti-like textured fabric embellishments handsewn onto bodice and skirt with an ombre effect.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress during Election Night on November 4, 2008.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was used by First Lady Michelle Obama during the 2008 campaign. It was managed 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
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