Not only do we have a First Lady that we can truly revere for her achievements and hard work, we can also admire her fashion sense. Her classy sense of style was identified in the beginning of Barack Obama’s campaign, and has been discussed in many articles, both in blogs and newspapers. Michelle Obama is certainly on the path to becoming the next Jackie Kennedy. From her stunning red and black Spring 2009 Narciso Rodriguez design worn on Election Night to the cute, yellow J.Crew outfit she wore while appearing on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Ms. Obama makes a strong fashion statement. And while she has already achieved much distinction in the fashion world, this is just the beginning.
Top fashion designers are currently vying for the honor of dressing the First Lady on the night of Mr. Obamaâ??s Inauguration at the Inauguration Ball (as well as at the Inauguration itself). Top designers including Monique Lhuillier, Oscar de la Renta, Betsey Johnson, Karl Lagerfield for Chanel, Christian Lacroix, Diane von Furstenberg, Marc Jacobs, and Michael Kors have all submitted designs available here.
I included my personal favorite by Monique Lhuillier below. Itâ??s classy, striking in color and style, and memorable. And it would look wonderful on a woman with stature such as Michelle Obama.
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Until we see Ms. Obama in her stunning gown, we can look forward to speculating what she and her children will wear to the Inauguration itself, in case she decides to abandon J. Crew. The gowns on the left are my personal favorites.