First Ladies of the United States

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thefullerview: “Happy 53rd Birthday to the best First Lady, ever. She will be sorely missed. ”
Jacqueline Kennedy’s costume pearl necklace, designed by Kenneth Jay Lane. Vintage, Baroque, Bijoux, Jacqueline Kennedy Jewelry, Crown Jewels, Ladies Jewelry, Antique Jewelry, Vintage Jewelry, Pearl Choker Necklace
First Ladies’ Fashions (page 3 of 6)
Jacqueline Kennedy’s costume pearl necklace, designed by Kenneth Jay Lane.
First Ladies’ Fashions -- Eleanor Roosevelt wore this pink rayon crepe gown trimmed with lace and sequins to the 1945 inaugural reception. It was designed by Arnold Constable. Vintage Fashion, Films, Vintage Clothing, First Lady Of America, First Lady, Vintage Gowns, 1940s Fashion
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First Ladies’ Fashions -- Eleanor Roosevelt wore this pink rayon crepe gown trimmed with lace and sequins to the 1945 inaugural reception. It was designed by Arnold Constable.
First Ladies’ Fashions -- Jacqueline Kennedy wore this yellow silk evening gown with an overlay of crepe chiffon in 1961 for the Kennedy administration’s first state dinner, for Tunisian president Habib Bourguiba. Oleg Cassini designed the gown. Couture, Gowns, Haute Couture, Ladies Gown, Vintage Dresses, Reception Gown, Dress
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First Ladies’ Fashions -- Jacqueline Kennedy wore this yellow silk evening gown with an overlay of crepe chiffon in 1961 for the Kennedy administration’s first state dinner, for Tunisian president Habib Bourguiba. Oleg Cassini designed the gown.
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life:    Not originally published in LIFE. Jackie Kennedy sets out through an evening snowstorm for the Inaugural Gala, January 1961.  See more photos from JFK’s inauguration here. Kennedy Inauguration, Photographer, Jaqueline Kennedy, John Connally
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life: Not originally published in LIFE. Jackie Kennedy sets out through an evening snowstorm for the Inaugural Gala, January 1961. See more photos from JFK’s inauguration here.
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- Michelle Obama | National Museum of American History
Mary Lincoln’s gold lorgnette partially open Antiques, Opera, Lincoln, Mary Todd Lincoln, Ladylike
First Ladies' Fashions (page 4 of 6)
Mary Lincoln’s gold lorgnette partially open
Caroline Harrison’s hand-painted crepe fan Fan, Museums, Womens Fashion, Fashion, Embroidered Leather, Satin Pumps, Harrison
First Ladies' Fashions (page 5 of 6)
Caroline Harrison’s hand-painted crepe fan
Pat Nixon's inaugural shoes were made by Herbert Levine and were inscribed with her name and the date on the right instep. She carried a purse by Morris Moskowitz. National Museum of American History Shoes, Footwear, 1960s Accessories, 1960s, Worn
- Pat Nixon
Pat Nixon's inaugural shoes were made by Herbert Levine and were inscribed with her name and the date on the right instep. She carried a purse by Morris Moskowitz. National Museum of American History
Mamie Eisenhower's purse. Her shoes by Delman had her name printed on the left instep. How To Wear, Stylish Outfits
- Mamie Eisenhower
Mamie Eisenhower's purse. Her shoes by Delman had her name printed on the left instep.
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Hillary Clinton wore this violet beaded lace sheath gown with iridescent blue velvet silk mousseline overskirt to the 1993 inaugural balls. The dress was designed by Sarah Phillips and made by Barbara Matera Ltd., a New York theatrical costume maker. Historical Dresses, Antique Clothing, Ladies Style
- Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton wore this violet beaded lace sheath gown with iridescent blue velvet silk mousseline overskirt to the 1993 inaugural balls. The dress was designed by Sarah Phillips and made by Barbara Matera Ltd., a New York theatrical costume maker.
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- Michelle Obama
- Michelle Obama | National Museum of American History
Laura Bush wore this ruby-red gown of crystal-embroidered Chantilly lace over silk georgette to the 2001 inaugural balls. A sketch and description of the dress was released to the press two weeks before the inauguration. The dress was designed by fellow Texan Michael Faircloth. Some reports speculated that Faircloth encouraged the normally conservative Mrs. Bush to choose the brilliant color. Historical Clothing
- Laura Bush
Laura Bush wore this ruby-red gown of crystal-embroidered Chantilly lace over silk georgette to the 2001 inaugural balls. A sketch and description of the dress was released to the press two weeks before the inauguration. The dress was designed by fellow Texan Michael Faircloth. Some reports speculated that Faircloth encouraged the normally conservative Mrs. Bush to choose the brilliant color.
Barbara Bush wore this royal-blue gown with velvet bodice and asymmetrically draped silk satin skirt to the 1989 inaugural balls. The dress was designed by Arnold Scassi, who noted that Mrs. Bush was suddenly, “the most glamorous grandmother in the United States.” Cinderella, Costumes, Victorian Dress
- Barbara Bush
Barbara Bush wore this royal-blue gown with velvet bodice and asymmetrically draped silk satin skirt to the 1989 inaugural balls. The dress was designed by Arnold Scassi, who noted that Mrs. Bush was suddenly, “the most glamorous grandmother in the United States.”
Nancy Reagan wore this white beaded one-shouldered sheath gown of lace over silk satin to the 1981 inaugural balls. It was designed by James Galanos, who also designed the one-shouldered white gown Mrs. Reagan wore to her husband’s first gubernatorial inaugural ball. In interviews, Galanos said that he wanted to make Mrs. Reagan look glamorous, “... elegant and in keeping with the new formality.” Flapper Dress, Sheath Gown
- Nancy Reagan
Nancy Reagan wore this white beaded one-shouldered sheath gown of lace over silk satin to the 1981 inaugural balls. It was designed by James Galanos, who also designed the one-shouldered white gown Mrs. Reagan wore to her husband’s first gubernatorial inaugural ball. In interviews, Galanos said that he wanted to make Mrs. Reagan look glamorous, “... elegant and in keeping with the new formality.”
Hillary Clinton wore this violet beaded lace sheath gown with iridescent blue velvet silk mousseline overskirt to the 1993 inaugural balls. The dress was designed by Sarah Phillips and made by Barbara Matera Ltd., a New York theatrical costume maker.
- Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton wore this violet beaded lace sheath gown with iridescent blue velvet silk mousseline overskirt to the 1993 inaugural balls. The dress was designed by Sarah Phillips and made by Barbara Matera Ltd., a New York theatrical costume maker.
Rosalynn Carter wore this gold-embroidered sleeveless coat over a gold-trimmed blue chiffon gown to the 1977 inaugural balls. It was designed by Mary Matise for Jimmae and purchased through Jason’s in Americus, Georgia. Mrs. Carter’s decision to wear the same dress that she had worn to the 1971 ball celebrating her husband’s inauguration as governor of Georgia raised questions. News stories discussed the first lady’s responsibility to the American fashion industry, the symbolism of the inaugural Dresses, Women, Beautiful Gowns, Moda, Fashion Dresses
- Rosalynn Carter
Rosalynn Carter wore this gold-embroidered sleeveless coat over a gold-trimmed blue chiffon gown to the 1977 inaugural balls. It was designed by Mary Matise for Jimmae and purchased through Jason’s in Americus, Georgia. Mrs. Carter’s decision to wear the same dress that she had worn to the 1971 ball celebrating her husband’s inauguration as governor of Georgia raised questions. News stories discussed the first lady’s responsibility to the American fashion industry, the symbolism of the inaugural
Pat Nixon wore this mimosa silk satin gown to the 1969 inaugural balls. Designed by Karen Stark for Harvey Berin, it was embroidered in gold and silver and encrusted with Austrian crystals. At the ball held at the Smithsonian Institution, President Nixon announced, “I like all of Pat’s dresses, particularly this one tonight, and, … when she gets finished with it, you’ll get it at the Smithsonian.” Satin Gown
- Pat Nixon
Pat Nixon wore this mimosa silk satin gown to the 1969 inaugural balls. Designed by Karen Stark for Harvey Berin, it was embroidered in gold and silver and encrusted with Austrian crystals. At the ball held at the Smithsonian Institution, President Nixon announced, “I like all of Pat’s dresses, particularly this one tonight, and, … when she gets finished with it, you’ll get it at the Smithsonian.”
Edith Wilson’s beaded purse Beaded, Taschen, Bead Work, Artesanato, Beaded Bags, Handbag
First Ladies' Fashions (page 4 of 6)
Edith Wilson’s beaded purse
Mamie Eisenhower’s satin shoes, which match the ball gown and beaded purse on display Pumps, Design, 1950s Accessories, American Fashion Designers
First Ladies' Fashions (page 4 of 6)
Mamie Eisenhower’s satin shoes, which match the ball gown and beaded purse on display
Edith Wilson’s green satin pumps with rhinestone buckles Art Nouveau, Art, Old Shoes
First Ladies' Fashions (page 5 of 6)
Edith Wilson’s green satin pumps with rhinestone buckles
Julia Grant’s Evening Gown  Julia Grant wore this white silk damask evening gown in the early 1870s. According to the Grant family, the rose-patterned fabric was a gift from the emperor of China. The underskirt is a prop. China
First Ladies' Fashions (page 6 of 6)
Julia Grant’s Evening Gown Julia Grant wore this white silk damask evening gown in the early 1870s. According to the Grant family, the rose-patterned fabric was a gift from the emperor of China. The underskirt is a prop.