Elvis Presley’s iconic black leather suit, worn during his 1968 comeback special, is currently displayed at Graceland, his former home and now a museum in Memphis, Tennessee.
The suit was designed by Bill Belew, who was responsible for many of Elvis’s stage outfits. The 1968 television special, officially titled “Elvis,” but commonly known as the ’68 Comeback Special, marked Elvis’s return to live performance after several years of focusing on movie roles. The special was a critical and commercial success, reinvigorating Elvis’s career.
The black leather suit became one of the most famous images of Elvis, symbolizing his renewed energy and raw rock and roll presence. After the special, the suit was retained by Elvis and eventually became part of the collection of memorabilia at Graceland. It is preserved and displayed there as a key piece of Elvis’s legacy, allowing fans to get a glimpse of the King’s pivotal moment in his career. The suit is a testament to Elvis’s enduring influence on music and style, and it continues to inspire admiration and nostalgia among fans of all ages.