What will First-Lady Michelle Obama wear at the inauguration of President Obama’s ceremony?

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What will First-Lady Michelle Obama wear at the inauguration of President Obama’s ceremony?

January 3, 2009 - Follow me on Twitter

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The countdown has started and everyone is already buzzing about one of the most important fashion questions of the year:

What will Michelle Obama wear to the inauguration of her husband to the highest seat in American politics?

I’ve read many times over that Michelle doesn’t have a stylist, but I have a sneaky feeling that this is about to change if even for one day in her life.

All eyes (and I mean all eyes given how many foreign countries kept a close eye on the November 4, 2008 elections) will be on Michelle Obama and since the black and red Narciso Rodriguez’s Spring 2009 dress she wore back in November was not the biggest hit with the fashion critics, it will be interesting to see if she picks one of the many gowns that have been sketched out for her by some of the most talented designers.

Not long ago New York Times featured the submissions from some of the top fashion designers all fighting to dress First-Lady-to-be Michelle Obama.

Here are some of my 14 favourite picks for Michelle:

1) Monique L’Huillier’s smashing red gown: I have a love affair with Monique L’Huillier to the point where I’ve already decided that she would be my designer of choice if I were to get married again. This dress screams diva and I love the way the fabric flows. Since Michelle is quite tall, she can certainly get away with this dress.

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2) Carolina Herrera’s green off-the-shoulder gown: I’m not partial to green, but this dress is so glamorous and I really like the off-the-shoulder design.

3) Karl Lagerfeld’s black gown: Karl is Chanel’s vision these days and this dress is quite reminiscent of something that Jackie O would have worn. The lines are crisp and clean. I quite like the detailing in the middle that looks like a strand of crystal.

4) Christian Lacroix’s va va voom gown: Wow! This gown commands attention! I believe Christian has combined a purple gown with a red satin cape and the effect is arresting.

5) Christian Lacroix’s purple vision: Wow again! Christian Lacroix has certainly outdone himself on this dress. I quite like it and the colour and style would look dazzling on Michelle Obama.

6) Michael Kors vision in vivid blue: This off-the-shoulder blue gown is spectacular. I’m not 100 per cent certain, but it seems that the skirt has some kind of shimmery effect that would only make it even more stunning.

7) Tracy Reese’s lavender gown: This colour would be a show-stopper on Michelle Obama. I quite like the fullness of the skirt. The detailing on the chest is very charming and if it has any shimmery effect what so ever it will bring so much light to Michelle’s face. I know that pockets in evening wear are quite fashionable and I usually frown upon such fashion detailing, but in this case, I have to say that Tracy Reese is right on the money with this dress.

#8) Elie Tahari’s purple gown with bow: Elie Tahari is one of my favourite American designers. I really love his clean lines. This purple dress is very stylish. The glittered bow and the draping on the right side has a vintage flair to it and given Michelle Obama’s height, I’m certain she could wear this dress effortlessly.

9) Kai Milla’s high waist gown: Kai Milla is a master at creating clean and elegant lines for the fashionable urbanite. She’s created an elegant and refined look with this sketch. The high waist black skirt will only elongate Michelle Obama and the embroidered top will add some glitz to the dress.

10) Nicole Miller’s pink gown: A few years ago, I had worn a Nicole Miller gown to one of my first formal events and I felt like a movie star. This gown is stunning. The high waist will emphasize Michelle Obama’s long legs and the bow ads a touch of evening elegance without being over the top. The colour will stand out against Michelle Obama’s dark skin and it will also bring a lot of light to her face. I’m sure Michelle Obama would radiate in this gown.

11) Reem Acra’s grey slate delicate gown: This could really work on Michelle Obama because again, this designer has put emphasis on Michelle’s stature and the high waist skirt on this gown will elongate the First Lady. The accents on the shoulders will bring the touch of formal dressing to this gown that makes it quite appropriate for the inauguration.

12) Diana Von Furstenberg’s 60’s evening suit: This is stunning! It’s not as formal as the other selections on my list, but this suit rocks. It’s dressy enough to be worn during such an important event and the accent of the big diamond (or faux-diamond) brooch really works. The combination of yellow and white will look stunning on Michelle Obama.

13) Christian Lacroix’s super-glammed up evening coat: This is the third creation from the French designer on my list! If Michelle Obama needs an evening coat … this is IT! The purple will stand out against her skin and the fur trimming at the colour and the wrists are so glamorous. I really love this coat a lot!

14) Peter Som’s short white dress: Had this dress been long, it would look like a wedding gown, but the short sleek white dress designed by Peter Som really works. It’s dressy, but not formal and if the First Lady is looking for a shorter dress for the inauguration and a more formal gown for any party, this white-almost-vintage-dress would work perfectly.

If I were Michelle Obama’s stylist, I would recommend the Diana Von Furstenberg evening suit for the inauguration and the party dress would be a toss between Monique L’Huillier’s divine dress gown and Michael Kors’ vision in vivid blue!

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