Gray Evening Gown
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2014.11.a
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Brand
Marchesa
(Founded 2004)
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Date
2014
Medium
textile (chiffon, silk), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 35 in x L 66 in (88.9 cm x 167.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionA draped-sleeve, dropped-shoulder gray chiffon evening gown with metallic silver floral embroidery and beading with shirring around bodice and sleeves. Bodice has an internal corset structure.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this evening gown at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on May 3, 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 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
Images from the 2014 White House Correspondents’ Dinner and of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen on the White House Correspondents’ Association website: "2014 Dinner"
