Ice Pink Chiffon Dress
Artifact ID1992.94.2
Object Type
Gown
Designer
Albert Capraro
(American, 1943 - 2013)
Date
ca.1975
Medium
satin, chiffon, sequin, metal, thread
DimensionsOverall H 56 1/2 in x W 17 in (143.5 cm x 43.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn ice pink floor-length chiffon dress features a sparkly horizontal pattern, which alternates between rows of lines and circles. It is lined with opaque pink fabric.Historical NoteOne of Betty Ford's dresses worn during her time as First Lady including a Reciprocal Dinner Hosted by President and Mrs. Sadat of Egypt at Anderson House on October 28th, 1975; for a Governor's Dinner on Feburary 23rd, 1976; to the Jewish National Fund Dinner in New York City on June 22nd, 1976; and to the American Enterprise Institue Dinner, Washington D.C. on May 24th, 1978.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Lady Betty Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1992.
Credit LineGift of First Lady 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.
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