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Blue Suit
Artifact IDMO 2009.3.247a-b
Object Type
Suit
Date
1956-1963
Maker
Palm Beach Company
Place MadeUnited States of America
Medium
wool, cotton, synthetic
DimensionsOverall L center back 33 in (83.8 cm ); trousers L 45 in.
Physical DescriptionTwo piece blue suit: jacket and trousers
Single breasted coat with two buttons and notched rolled collar. Three front welt pockets and no back vent. Two piece straight sleeves with a four button placket closure. Jacket is fully lined.
Trousers are flat front straight legs with cuffs. Pants have four pockets, fly front closure with a metal zipper, front waistband metal hook fastener and belt loops.
Single breasted coat with two buttons and notched rolled collar. Three front welt pockets and no back vent. Two piece straight sleeves with a four button placket closure. Jacket is fully lined.
Trousers are flat front straight legs with cuffs. Pants have four pockets, fly front closure with a metal zipper, front waistband metal hook fastener and belt loops.
Historical NoteThis suit was part of John F. Kennedy's personal wardrobe. The lightweight, summer-fabric reflects the relaxed, seasonal attire and the general "Palm Beach style" he epitomized during his leisure time in Florida.
JFK was often photographed in Palm Beach, at the Kennedy winter estate, wearing the Palm Beach Company's hallmarks: breathable, light-colored sport coats, lightweight trousers, and casual knits that defined the "Camelot" leisure look.
Additional DetailsJFK was often photographed in Palm Beach, at the Kennedy winter estate, wearing the Palm Beach Company's hallmarks: breathable, light-colored sport coats, lightweight trousers, and casual knits that defined the "Camelot" leisure look.
Custodial History NoteThis suit was previously owned by President John F. Kennedy. After his death, it was bequeath to Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. It was held in courtesy storage at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and donated to the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation in 1995 by Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Ownership was transferred to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Museum collection by the Foundation in 2009.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesJohn F. Kennedy Personal Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PartlyUse Restriction Notepermission to use image must be granted by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. please address requests to Museumjfk@nara.govUse Restriction Noteimage use is to be approved of by Museum staff on a case by case basis, image is not for sale by Getty, Almay, or other profit seeking photography sites.In Collection(s)
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