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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Beige Crystal Evening Gown
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Beige Crystal Evening Gown

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2016.45.a
Object Type Gown, Evening
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Brand (Founded 1952)
Date 2016
Medium textile (silk, lace, synthetic), glass (crystal), metal, plastic, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat, Maximum) L 64 in x W 38 in (96.5 cm x 162.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBeige silk lace dress embroidered with tone-on-tone glass rhinestones attached in meandering lines throughout the skirt and Swarovski crystals embroidered along the neckline. Straps are thin and tied into bows. Interior waist tape that fastens in the back.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this evening gown at the 2016 White House Correspondents Dinner on April 30, 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
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 and Michelle Obama Greet Guests during a Photo Line during the 2016 White House Correspondents' Association Dinner"
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