Snug Suit, circa 1980
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As a result of the 1970s energy crisis and rising cost of living, many Americans changed their lifestyles to save money. Some chose smaller, more fuel-efficient cars, or reduced their at-home energy consumption. Heritage Quilts, Inc. created the Snug Suit -- a quilted garment to wear indoors -- to keep people warm with their thermostats turned down.
As a result of the 1970s energy crisis and rising cost of living, many Americans changed their lifestyles to save money. Some chose smaller, more fuel-efficient cars, or reduced their at-home energy consumption. Heritage Quilts, Inc. created the Snug Suit -- a quilted garment to wear indoors -- to keep people warm with their thermostats turned down.
Artifact
Jumpsuit
Date Made
circa 1980
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2023.36.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Polyester (Fiber)
Cotton (Textile)
Plastic
Color
Blue
Red
Yellow (Color)
Dark blue
Dimensions
Height: 60.5 in
Width: 50.25 in
Inscriptions
on fabric tag at neck: Snug[TM] / Suit / from the SNUG SACK people / LARGE HT 5'7"-5'9" / HERITAGE QUILTS, INC. on paper tag inside left shoulder: WASHING INSTRUCTIONS / 1. Close zipper / 2. Machine wash separately in lukewarm water at / delicate setting / 3. Use mild soap or detergent / 4.DO NOT BLEACH / 5. Tumble dry for 20 minutes
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