Navy and White Swirl Dress
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2013.38
Object Type
Dress, Cocktail
Date
2013
Medium
textile (silk, synthetic), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 39 1/2 in x W 34 1/4 in (87 cm x 100.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionCocktail dress with navy and white swirl patterns over a gray background featuring black grosgrain bow accented straps, high squared neck, a drop waist, and pleating at the skirt.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the German State Dinner on June 19, 2013.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 DetailsNational 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 raise their glasses in a toast with other guests during a dinner hosted by German Chancellor Angela Merkel at Schloss Charlottenburg in Berlin, Germany, June 19, 2013."
