Prom Dress, Worn by Jennifer O'Hare, 2006
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Proms are a much-anticipated milestone for many teenagers. High school students dress up in their most glamorous formal clothing to enjoy the prom. And for teen girls, choosing the perfect dress is key to the experience -- even when a compromise is required. Jennifer O'Hare preferred a backless dress but chose one acceptable to her mother, who helped pay for the gown.
Proms are a much-anticipated milestone for many teenagers. High school students dress up in their most glamorous formal clothing to enjoy the prom. And for teen girls, choosing the perfect dress is key to the experience -- even when a compromise is required. Jennifer O'Hare preferred a backless dress but chose one acceptable to her mother, who helped pay for the gown.
Artifact
Dress (Garment)
Date Made
2006
Subject Date
13 May 2006
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Niki Livas for Zum Zum. Made in China. Purchased at Loehmann's in Troy, Michigan.
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2024.13.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Jennifer Miller.
Material
Polyester (Fiber)
Color
Black (Color)
Deep pink
Dimensions
Height: 48.5 in (center front to hem)
Width: 17 in (at bust)
Inscriptions
on tag inside dress: Zum Zum / BY NIKI LIVAS / LOT 1F04024 / SIZE 5/6 / 100% POLYESTER / POLIESTER / LINING / FORRO / 100% ACETATE / ACETATO / DRY CLEAN ONLY / LAVAR EN SECO / MADE IN CHINA / HECHO EN CHINA / RN# 75308 / STYLE# 9411 / LOT# 1F04024 on interior hanger straps: Zum Zum BY NIKI LIVAS (repeated)
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