Michelle Obama in Blue on Veterans Day
Filed under: Celebrity, News, Celebrity Style
Photo: Chip Somodevilla, Getty Images
Personally, I really liked the coat (identified as J. Crew by the Web site Mrs-O) and its color. But can we talk about the belt?
Michelle Obama has always loved a belt. She wears them over sweaters (remember the transparent Sonia Rykiel belt that was a summer favorite?). Over blouses. Over dresses. And now over coats.
A winter coat is generally made out of heavy fabric, and gathering it with a belt can cause bunching and wrinkles. And even if meant to give shape to a straight coat, a belt can throw off the lines of whatever tailoring there is.
Is a black belt really a good idea here? Why not add a great scarf, pin or fabulous gloves instead to add personal style? Or go with a princess-seamed coat if she was looking for more definition?
During another part of the day she appeared to wear the same belt cinched over a cardigan and her Maria Pinto teal dress, so maybe she was just loving the belt and wanted it to be a part of her outfit no matter what. That's commitment!
Do you think the belt works with the coat?
Leave a comment, and check out other looks from Mrs. Obama's wardrobe below.












BIG DADDY 11-12-2009 @ 8:35AM
No class, just like her husband. Probably didn't even think, or care about what so many military service people sacrificed for her & her family...Its all about the obamas. SAD.............
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Debra 11-12-2009 @ 8:50AM
You may be BIG but you have a small mind and a small heart. Barack and Michelle Obama have people in their families that are VETERANS.
If she wants to wear her favorite belt, then so be it. Maybe she feels comfortable in it.
Like you probably feel comfortable in a recliner with a six pack by your side.
This is STILL America where we can wear whatever we damn well want. If she had been in all black with a black hat and gloves, you stupid Repugs would say she was pretending.
So get over yourself!
Carla Gordon 11-12-2009 @ 12:22PM
You are so right. So many people do not realize it's not her stupid belt. It's the totally inappropriate color of her clothing for such a sober occasion. I really don't care what the stupid twit wears. Neither of them are qualified for their positions in the lease. And what's up with giving a Nobel Peace prize to someone who had done NOTHING? This country is going to learn this particular lesson the hard way..
Michael 11-12-2009 @ 6:04PM
This is the me, myself family. Obama has done nothing but travel, play golf and have night's out as the American People lose their jobs and homes. CNN, ABC News, NBC News, and FOX News have ALL reported that he has played more golf in 9 months than Bush did in 2 1/2 years. They have reported that in 9 months he has campaigned more than Bush and Clinton combined. He and Michelle are always having a night out on the town or a party. He is spending money like a drunken sailor. My apologizes to the Navy or anyone who served in the Navy. This day was about the veterans and THEIR sacrifices. JUST POOR JUDGMENT!
Leslie 11-12-2009 @ 11:36AM
personally i appreciate what she wore. I recently signed my contract for the army, and if i die in service, then i certainly don't want people to show me gratitude or remembrance by being dark and somber. I'm a happy person, and i want people to celebrate my life, because if my life wasn't worth celebrating, then my death certainly won't be worth mourning. :) although the belt was a bit much, lol.
NicknCaite 11-12-2009 @ 12:53PM
My husband IS a veteran, and currently deployed, and you know what, I completely APPROVE of what she was wearing. Veteran's Day only has to be somber if you want it too. Veteran's Day is about the Veteran, dead or alive and CELEBRATING their lives, which as a family we have had to add more people to that list every year. I don't think you have any right to say anything here, because when so many of us in the Military community spend our Memorial Days in cemetaries remembering those fallen friends, I don't see you there with us, instead you are at BBQ's and Shopping those great deals.
Jim 11-13-2009 @ 12:09PM
I don't find what she's wearing offensive at all; she is there out of respect for our soldiers. It isn't just about those who've passed on; it is about all veterans. My dad is a veteran, and I call him every year to thank him for his sacrifices. I can tell you those calls are always happy and full of hope for the future of the U. S.
behindthewall 11-12-2009 @ 6:16PM
Be quiet, she can wear anything she wants to. It always looks good because she a beautifully fit woman, and every color she wears, every outfit she puts on and even the belts just adds to her beauty. You are a hater, admit it.
NavyGirl 11-12-2009 @ 7:30PM
I'M A VETERAN! I don't give a flying redneck's arse if someone is wearing a bright colored coat on Veterans Day! Veteran's Day is not a sad occasion. It's a very proud occasion. WE as VETERANS are proud when anyone takes the time to give us recognition. Please get over yourself and NEVER, EVER, speak for another veteran or their family! If it is your intent to tear down this family at any given opportunity don't choose this occasion (Veteran's Day) to do so!
And for anyone else who chose to co-sign on your comment! Get a life!
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Judy 11-12-2009 @ 8:45AM
WHO CARES????! And WHY!!???
People, this country is in trouble, and maybe if everyone quit spending their time and energy on celebrity gossip, we could start to get it together.
Whether Michelle Obama wears a black belt over her blue coat on Veterans Day is of absolutely NO significance.
Wake up, America!
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Lyzz 11-12-2009 @ 5:32PM
Finally, someone sees this nonsense of american habits. Who cares about what the first-lady wore to a ceremony?? Only those who think trends and fashions are more important than the fact that the majority of americans can't afford even decent clothes.
sugarbowl2009 11-12-2009 @ 8:45AM
SHE'S A GOOF BALL ANYWAYS! TYPICAL LOUD DRESSING................GHETTOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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vobox3343 11-12-2009 @ 10:47AM
Actually it's called being fashion conscious, something you'd see Mrs. Sarkozy wearing and you'd say how absolutely gorgeous it looks on her. But then again, your bias has nothing to do with anything except your need to spew your ugliness across the waves. Well, you've done it! You've shown America and the rest of the world how 'trash' operates.
watdafuk 11-12-2009 @ 4:49PM
Fashion conscious? surly you just. She would n`t know fashion if it walk up and took a dump on her head. Again.
chris 11-13-2009 @ 10:22PM
the coat was ok but that belt it isnt even at her waist is it holding up her breasts?????
Kiki 11-12-2009 @ 8:46AM
She should have worn the coat over her head!
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Chelsea 11-12-2009 @ 11:38AM
It looks really nice.
Personally,
I think it's a nice opposite from everyone else and shows that we should be happy our vetrans fought for our freedom,
not mourning that many are now dead.
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Nanny 11-12-2009 @ 8:48AM
Ohmy god she looks terrible. Her belly looks like she is pregnant. You would think with everyone at her becon call she would dress with just allittle more style.
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