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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Blue and Green Patterned Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Blue and Green Patterned Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2016.29
Object Type Dress
Date 2010
Medium textile (silk), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 37 3/4 in x L 42 1/4 in (95.9 cm x 107.3 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlue and green floral patterned fit and flare silk dress with a portrait neckline and box pleated skirt. The inner lining has a plastic band at the bottom hem to give it structure. Interior snap straps under the shoulders for undergarment support.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the Medal of Honor ceremony for Chief Master Sergeant Richard L. Etchberger on September 21, 2010 and at the White House Kids' State Dinner on August 20, 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
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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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 walk along the Colonnade of the White House, Sept. 21, 2010." 
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "First Lady Michelle Obama and guests watch Big Time Rush perform during the Kids' State Dinner in the East Room of the White House, Aug. 20, 2012." 
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