Collection of the National Archives, Obama Presidential Library. Image courtesy of The Obama Foundation.
Ivory Evening Gown
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2011.9.a
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Date
2011
Medium
textile (silk, synthetic), metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 29 in x L 62 3/4 in (73.7 cm x 159.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionIvory silk georgette gown with ribbon detailing and crisscross halter neckline. Interior corset and zippers on the interior silk layer and on the exterior chiffon layer. Ribbon sewn around torso hangs in two ribbons at back, which were wound around and tied for wear.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the United Kingdom State Dinner on May 24, 2011.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
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Not on view
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