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Mrs. O’s Winning Style

By admins | April 16, 2009

The Council of Fashion Designers of America have decided to honor Michelle Obama with a special style award.  Now, we knew Michelle Obama was a style icon since the beginning, but it is refreshing to see it being formally acknowledged.  While there has been much debate about her personal style; we have often loved her fashion choices, especially on inauguration day.  Shortly after this event she faced much criticism, mostly from republicans, regarding her fondness for going sleeveless.  One right-wing columnist commented that Mrs. O should, “put away her arms, thunder and lighting.” Even the fashion industry has been critical, after her recent trip to Europe Oscar De La Renta said, “you don’t go to Buckingham Palace in a sweater!” We however, are happy to see Michelle Obama staying true to her personal style, as well as, taking a chance on young indie designers and promoting made in America products.  The CFDA announced it is awarding Michelle Obama with this tribute, “for her inspiration and her commitment to American fashion and will establish a grant in her name that will be given to a new fashion company.” Surprisingly, not all American designers are behind her, just the other day big name Donna Karen told WWD that “Obama’s flirtation with niche designers was temporary; I hope and believe this is just a moment.” (Jealous much Donna?) We can’t wait for the June 15^th event and are crossing our fingers that Michelle shows up in a fabulous gown courtesy of one of our neighborhoods emerging designers. Michelle Obama is in good company with this award as it was given to another fashionable first lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.

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One Response to “Mrs. O’s Winning Style”

1. Fanny Says:
   April 18th, 2009 at 10:34 am

   She deserve a award, finally an american first lady that is fashionable. I dont think she has as much style as some european heads but still she looks lovely. why designers are being so catty, i don’t know. maybe jealous.

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