"It was such a moment when we first learned of this and then, ultimately, when the Star Wars fandom learned that this piece still existed." Professional textile conservators conducted a "meticulous, museum-caliber" restoration of the garment, according to its auction description
But Rosalynn Carter, an early adopter of the trend, did not receive the same reception when she recycled her Mary Matise-designed gold-trimmed gown to the inaugural ball in 1977 following Jimmy Carters oath of office
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