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Ivory and Navy Blue Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Ivory and Navy Blue Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Ivory and Navy Blue Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2014.2.a
Object Type Dress
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Designer (American, 1965)
Brand (Founded 2003)
Date 2014
Medium textile (silk), metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 54 1/2 in x L 43 1/2 in (138.4 cm x 110.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA sleeveless dress with an ivory striped bodice and navy blue and black striped knee-length skirt. The dress has pockets and a silver colored zipper down the back.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on zipper: Thom Browne, New York
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the France State Arrival ceremony on February 11, 2014 and at a visit to the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library for the Civil Rights Summit on April 10, 2014.
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 in the National Archives catalog: "Barack Obama and Michelle Obama Tour Exhibits"
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen in the National Archives catalog: "The Official France State Visit of President François Hollande"