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Yellow Guipure Lace Sleeveless Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Yellow Guipure Lace Sleeveless Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Yellow Guipure Lace Sleeveless Dress

Artifact IDFL2016.49
Object Type Dress
Designer (American, 1958)
Date 2016
Medium textile (guipure lace, tulle, silk), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 33 in x L 45 1/2 in (83.8 cm x 115.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA sleeveless A-line style knee-length dress with yellow Guipure lace and yellow silk crepe slip. The lace has three-dimensional flowers over sheer beige tulle.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the Singapore State arrival on August 2, 2016.
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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