Artifact No.1982.33.2, Green Luis Estévez Chiffon Gown with Floral Appliqué; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum (Grand Rapids, MI)
Green Chiffon Gown with Floral Appliqué
Artifact ID1982.33.2
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Designer
Luis Estévez
(Cuban-American, ca. 1930 - 2014)
Date
ca.1976
Medium
chiffon, thread, plastic, sequin, trimming
DimensionsOverall H 58 in x W 27 in (147.3 cm x 68.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA floor-length pale green chiffon dress has flared sleeves and a flowing skirt. A horizontal white and silver floral appliqué decorates the neckline. Opaque green fabric lines the chiffon.Historical NoteBetty Ford wore this dress during her time as First Lady, including at the state dinner in honor of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip of Great Britian on July 7, 1976.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. First Lady Betty Ford donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in September, 1981.
Credit LineGift of Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.