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August 26, 2008

Michelle O: First Lady of Fashion

Posted on August 26, 2008

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Finally, we might get some serious style in the White House! As prescient Luxaholics predicted, Maria Pinto was the lucky designer who dressed Michelle Obama last night in that very becoming '50s-style turquoise blue sheath. Is there some sartorial loyalty here? Chicago-based Pinto also dressed Michelle in the classic purple shift she wore the night hubby Barack announced is candidacy in February.

Pinto says of Michelle's confident look, "Michelle's style can best be described as timeless. Choosing items that are always modern and chic, Mrs. Obama possesses a natural and unpretentious sophistication, which is reflected in her clothing."

Good news! Michelle's convention dress will be available in Maria Pinto's Chicago store starting on or about September 15. But the stunning starburst brooch that made her shine even brighter was straight out of Michelle's own jewelry box.

No plans for Chicago? Don't have a designer budget? No sweat! Find Pinto's timeless look for less -- at shops like Ann Taylor, J.Crew and Banana Republic.

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Finally!!! Please…Michelle is trying to copy Jackie Kennedy and media pushes it more with the Michelle O (as in Jackie O).

The clothes don’t look bad on Michelle but I don’t see her as much of a fashion plate - she doesn’t have the right look for it - she isn’t very femine looking - too athletic to be much of a fashion plate. She is a nice looking woman and dresses nice - that IS NOT a fashion plate.


- Deb
Posted 09/05/08 08:39 PM
 
 

No, her style reflects the taste of those dressing, primping, and making her ‘camera-ready’, and appealing to the masses. As if any of this meant anything to a presidency!


- Anonymous
Posted 09/03/08 01:21 PM
 
 

WHAT? Michelle’s syle reflects her personality that shes warm and engaging and she is very human unlike stepford wife cindy mcain… better yet tell cindy to leave botox alone and step he warmth


- toni
Posted 08/31/08 06:51 PM
 
 

How many times are the obamas going to be featured in an ‘entertainment’ website?? This perpetuates the negative connotation of politicians trying to act like celebrities.
But,as a matter of fact if this is okay w/ politicians, why not equal time w/ the McCains?


- joe
Posted 08/27/08 11:48 AM
 
 

Right, and if Mrs. McCain were wearing a ‘50’s style’ sheath, you’d be mocking her old-fashioned and out of touch taste - gimme a break


- sonia
Posted 08/27/08 11:32 AM
 
 

FINALLY?? Not only is that statement untrue(she just looks like any other attractive business woman in dept. store clothing), but I can’t think of ANYTHING of less importance in the White House. Talk about grasping at straws!!Try again, extra.


- Anonymous
Posted 08/26/08 02:34 PM
 
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