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Michelle Obama's Fourth of July Style

Filed under: Style in the News

Patriotic chic! Independence Day at the White House. Photo: Jewel Samad, Getty Images

Michelle Obama hit the White House lawn in chic summer style for a July 4th barbecue that included fun and fireworks for military families!

The First Lady skipped traditional red, white and blue in favor of classic Audrey Hepburn. Mrs.O wore a black and white Narciso Rodriguez dress, silver flats with her hair swept back into a simple bun.

The two-tone, square neck tank dress featured an empire-waisted black bodice (no belt!) and white cocoon skirt that tapered in at its knee-length hemline.

Daughters Malia -- whose birthday just happens to fall on Independence Day -- and Sasha wore sweet white sundresses, while Barack kept it casual in a short-sleeve, chambray blue button-down.

After the President's speech, the Obamas joined the military families for a picnic on the White House's South Lawn.

The ultimate power couple. The President and First Lady strut in style at the White House's Fourth of July festivities. Photo: Getty Images

Will Michelle Obama Attend the CFDA Awards? And if so, Who Will She Wear?

Filed under: Style in the News

Mrs. O in Thakoon, Narciso Rodriguez, and Jason Wu. Photos: Landov | Getty | Getty

Michelle Obama has a pretty good track record when it comes to choosing up-and-coming fashion designers. In fact, by the looks of this year's CFDA nominees, we're thinking Mrs. O is a designer's lucky charm.

And since the CFDA awards ceremony -- where rising stars in fashion are recognized -- is fast approaching (Monday, June 15), here's the big question in fashion circles: Will Mrs. Obama drop in on one of the fashion industry's biggest nights? The bigger question: If so, who will she wear?

She's worn Thakoon looks to support her husband at the Democratic National Convention (above left) and to travel to Europe. Thakoon is up for the Swarovski Award for womenswear.

She's worn Narciso Rodriguez designs for election night (above middle), to the We Are One Concert, and to meet with Carla Bruni in France. Rodriguez is up for the CFDA womenswear designer of the year.

She's worn Jason Wu creations to meet the Queen of England, to travel to London and to the Inaugural Ball (above right). Wu is also up for the Swarovski Award for womenswear.

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Michella Obama in Kai Milla - I Want That!

Filed under: Get the Look

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Yes, the lady of the hour (or is it the lady of the next four years?), Michelle Obama has made "Get the Look" twice this week. She must be doing something right! Here she wears yet another up and comer's bold, sophisticated look. How much do you want to bet this designer's name is going to be splashed across screens everywhere, just like Jason Wu's was?

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Q & A With Kimberlin

Filed under: Interviews

kimUnlike many other jewelers, Kimberlin isn't the type to toot her own horn. In fact, everything about her – from her designs right down to her looks – signifies a very humble, happy-go-lucky girl who loves nature. And we're not talking about any love of nature – we're talking big time traveler who uses the rolling hills of Tuscany and the bubbling springs of Iceland as inspiration for her drop dead gorgeous jewelry collections.

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Michelle Obama in Peter Soronen - I Want That!

Filed under: Get the Look

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Despite what we are almost certain critics will say, our First Lady, Michelle Obama, knocked this one out of the park. We think she looked absolutely ravishing at the White House's annual Governors Ball this week and by the look on our President's face, he thinks so too!

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Woman's Hair Weave Stops Speeding Bullet

Filed under: Hair Care, Hair Cut and Style

Storefront showing off its weavesBulletproof clothing has has been all the rage recently -- for instance, Obama's bulletproof suit -- but this is the first time we've ever even considered the possibility of a bullet resistant hair products. According to a police report coming out of Kansas City, Briana Bonds is alive today thanks to her extensions. Her incredibly tight weave apparently caught a bullet after her rampaging boyfriend opened fire on her while she sat in her car. We hope she tipped her stylist.

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Maria Pinto Spring 2009 - We Love It!

Filed under: Clothing, Dresses

We are tired of winter. It's so over! (Well, not quite. It is only February, after all. How very sad!)

Thankfully, it is time to take a peek at designer's spring collections, and when our winter-weary eyes landed on Maria Pinto's spring collection we were instantly lifted out of our doldrums to a world of magenta and white ruffles splashed with sophisticated evening dresses in sparkly black. We could kiss her for continuing to take risks even after all the mainstream attention she's received thanks to her biggest fan, our first lady, Michelle Obama.

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Harry Slatkin Shares Valentine's Day Scentuality Secrets

Filed under: Haute Home, Fragrance

Optimism from bath & body worksHarry Slatkin, the delightful Fragrance Guru, gave StyleList the dish on sexy scents, plus shared advice for putting love in the air on Valentine's Day -- and every day – through the magic of home fragrance.


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Yes to Khakis in the Obama Oval Office

Filed under: Clothing, Men, Celebrities with Style

obama painting at a youth shelter on the mlk day of serviceRemember the kerfluffle about the women's lacrosse team that dared to wear flip flops to visit the White House when the most recent President Bush set the dress code?

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Shoes for your Inauguration Afterglow

Filed under: Events: On the Scene, Stores We Love, Shoes, Must Haves


We encountered a great lineup of shoes from Spring Court at (capsule), a PR event that takes place in New York, Paris, and Las Vegas and promotes hot designers. But our favorite pair? The one you see above. Perfect for those of us who are experiencing "inauguration afterglow," a non-fatal affliction that causes sufferers to feel unusually patriotic.

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Inauguration Gear - What They Were Wearing (and Possibly Drinking)

Filed under: Accessories, Clothing, Celebrities with Style, Daily Obsession, Get the Look

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We all know what First Lady Michelle Obama was wearing at President Obama's inauguration, but what about the throngs of millions in the crowd(s)? What were they wearing under their layers and layers of winter clothing? Well, if the best-selling Obama merchandise at Amazon is any indication we're guessing a lot of this:

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Shop Like Michelle

Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Get the Look

Michelle Obama, a woman with every designer in the world at her finger tips, chose to wear Narcisco Rodriguez at the "We Are One" pre-inaugural concert. You might remember this is the same designer she wore as her husband Barack accepted the Democratic Party nomination for president late last year. See below how you can get the look!

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Top 5 Celebs at the Inauguration - StyleLIST

Filed under: StyleLISTS

The guest list for the Obama inauguration is growing daily. It's the hottest ticket in town, with several "unofficial" inauguration balls being held in the D.C. area. No doubt there's certainly enough celebrity love for our President Elect to go around! Check out our Top 5 picks for Obama's biggest supporters in the gallery.

Celebs at the Inauguration

    Oprah Winfrey
    She declared her support early in the campaign, and where Oprah goes, America follows!

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    Tim Robbins and Susan Sarandon
    There's politically active, then there's Tim Robbins. He was almost the victim of voting fraud on election day, but the democratic process prevailed...once Robbins talked to the press!

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    Spike Lee
    The filmmaker, who will almost certainly be doing a biography of Obama at some point in the future, has been wearing his heart -- and his allegiance -- on his sleeve for ages.

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    Sting
    Sure, he's British, but Sting turns up like a bad penny every time there is something green or progressive. And everyone loves the Police! He'll be performing at the Creative Coalition inauguration ball.

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    Rihanna
    She may be young, but she is talented and a dedicated philanthropist. Also, she's been a huge Obama supporter, working to get the vote out. She's headlining the inauguration charity ball for Feeding America.

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Runway to Change - American Designers Show Their Obama Love

Filed under: Accessories

If there was ever any question that the fashion establishment is firmly behind Obama, the Runway to Change collection should answer that once and for all with a firm Yes They Are.

Designers came out with some amazing campaign style for Obama and fashion's enthusiasm for him didn't dissipate post election -- in fact, it's about to reach a fever pitch as the inaugural approaches.

The presidential inaugural committee has just released the Runway to Change Inaugural Collection -- a series of bags and tees designed by some of America's favorite designers. Peek through the gallery and see if you can match the designer to the product!

Obama Inauguration T-Shirts

Filed under: Clothing, Style for a Cause

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So ... what are you wearing to watch the Inauguration? That's right, it's not just celebrities who are making fashion plans for the big day. If ever there was a day to make a political statement with your clothing, it's next Tuesday!

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How You Voted

    Threesome or topless?
    More than 3/4 of you think the CK campaign 'Threesome' campaign was more risque than Wrangler's topless models. Get the full story here.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    Do these ads belong in the U.S.?
    StyleList readers were nearly evenly divided on this, with 52% thinking that they should run in the States, and 48% finding them inappropriate. Get the full story here.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    Curly or Straight?
    While 30% of you think she's so beautiful that her hair doesn't even matter, 49% of you prefer her curls. Get the full story here.

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    Offensive or artistic?
    Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
    StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.

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    Is Megan the new Angelina?
    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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    Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
    The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.

    Rachel Been, AOL

    Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
    Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.

    Maggie Coughlan, AOL

    Palin's Pedi
    Do you think Sarah Palin's funky pedicure was appropriate? If so, you're in good company -- 68% of you said it was fun and fabulous. Get the full story.

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    Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
    How do you like your toenails painted? Over half of StyleList readers prefer their piggies with bright, perky polish. Get the full story.

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