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Midnight Blue Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Midnight Blue Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Midnight Blue Dress

Artifact IDFL2015.16
Object Type Dress
Designer (Filipino, 1971)
Brand (Founded 1996)
Date 2015
Medium textile (guipure lace, jacquard), metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 44 1/4 in x L 42 in (112.4 cm x 106.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionMidnight blue guipure lace and textured jacquard dress with three-quarter sleeves and full pleated skirt. Pockets on either side of the skirt, and a zipper closes the back.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the arrival ceremony for Pope Francis on September 23, 2015.
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
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.
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