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1992.94.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1992.94.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Dark Blue Floral Gown
1992.94.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1992.94.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Dark Blue Floral Gown

Artifact ID1992.94.7
Object Type Gown
Designer (American, 1943 - 2013)
Date ca.1975
Medium metal, fabric, thread
DimensionsOverall (Dress) H 59 3/4 in x W 35 in (151.8 cm x 88.9 cm )
 Overall (Jacket) H 23 in x W 22 1/4 in (58.4 cm x 56.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA loose fit dark blue pleated dress displays a light blue and beige floral print throughout the fabric. A matching sash is tied at the neckline.
Historical NoteBetty Ford wore this dress during her time as First Lady and after, including to the Radio and TV Correspondents dinner on March 28, 1976; a reciprocal reception hosted by King Hussein of Jordan, Anderson House, and the House and Senate on March 31, 1976, and a party at the White House for election night on November 2, 1976. Designer Albert Capraro advised that Mrs. Ford wear dyed shoes, a sapphire or diamond ring, a navy-blue handbag, and square rhinestone earrings with the outfit.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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