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Foil Wash Jeggings
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Foil Wash Jeggings
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Foil Wash Jeggings

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2013.27
Object Type Jeans
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Brand (Founded 1986)
Date 2012
Medium textile, metal, elastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 20 3/8 in x L 47 5/8 in (51.8 cm x 121 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionFoil wash black jeggings with silver overlay and zippers on both hips.
Inscriptions and MarkingsHandwritten tag on interior, HW644127
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore these jeans at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards on March 31, 2012.
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 these pants can be seen in the National Archives catalog: "Michelle Obama before the start of the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards"