Boy's Suit, 1977
THF175708 / Boy's Suit, 1977
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Artifact Overview
The leisure suit has become emblematic of the 1970s. Their popularity stemmed from diverse colorways, versatile mix-and-match jackets, shirts, and pants, and the comfortable, relaxed fit. They were considered fashionable across class, race, age, and gender lines; even President Gerald Ford was photographed wearing one in 1975. However, the look went out of style by the end of the decade.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Suit (Main garment)
Date Made
1977
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2009.46.14
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Diana & John A. Mio.
Material
Polyester (Fiber)
Technique
Sewing (Needleworking technique)
Color
Green
Red
White (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 13.75 in (Jacket)
Width: 11 in (Jacket - bust and waist (flat))
Height: 16.5 in (Pants - outseam)
Width: 9 in (Pants - waist (flat))
Height: 9.25 in (Pants - inseam)
Inscriptions
on tag inside jacket:
16 / MACHINE WASH / WARM, / LINE DRY, / COOL IRON
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