Posted in: Fashion
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
Black shirt dress which flatters her curves and height 
Love the hair, the coat and the boots!
Elegant simple dress which doesn’t detract from its femininity 
I love the modish black/ white colour scheme, the brooch detail at her collar bone and the double ribboning at the waist
Gray pinstripes are always good to go.
Multi layered of bi-coloured pearls
Another form fitting sheath, this time in bright turquoise. The lady knows her colours. 
I really like this picture of the First Family just chilling together. That black/ white shirt dress is simply smashing
Fierce collar details!
Gorgeous gala get up
Turquoise pearls on white shirt. Beautiful colour playoff
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Pictures - credits to Black Snob, New York Times, Daily Mail and Trend Hunter.
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I think her coup was the dress worn on the view. Retro Fabulous.
Comment by Jerrick — November 17, 2008 @ 6:31 pm
Now I feel that I need more pearls! The single strand short one I own, won’t be enough!
Comment by fitti — December 16, 2008 @ 12:50 pm