Looking at the fashion choices that Michelle O (a nod to Jackie O - both ladies have impeccable fashion tastes) had cleverly exhibited throughout her husband’s political campaign, they indicate not only a political shrewd (smart move to go for mass labels and yet look good, while Cindy McCain and Sarah Palin are being criticized for their excesses), but also a certain funkiness that is not the conventional in the typical First Lady’s wardrobe.

Not since the times of Jackie O had another (potential) First Lady drew so much attention and positive feedback for her wardrobe choices. It is a refreshing change form the safe dowdy fashion that had been the wardrobe of the last few First Ladies (Hillary dumpy pantsuit anyone?). I can see another American icon in the making.

The black-and-red Narciso Rodriguez dress, paired with a black cardigan, which drew much criticism. I think it is just screen unfriendly - it photographs and shows up on video like a lava lamp. It does take a gumption of fashion chutzpah to pull off that dress.

Form fitting sheath in a regal purple which is eye catching and elegant. Signature gumball costume pearls

Unconventional take on the jacket ensemble with a detailing on sleeves.

Great colour, cut of the jacket and the pencil skirt. Double strand of pearls is accentuated nicely by the dark blue colour scheme

Beautiful bright hues

Pictures - credits to Black Snob, New York Times, Daily Mail and Trend Hunter.