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Michelle Obama: The epitome of Modern grace – Style File (Michelle Obama fashion)

Enashree Chakraborty

Michelle Obama is not only known for her outstanding support to nation-wide causes but is equally admired for her social graces and impeccable sense of style. The former first lady of the USA has set an example for people around the world on the fact that you can dress modestly and in flair. What really matters is how you conduct yourself. Her outfits create a statement in everything she dons. Michelle Obama fashion evolution is our topic for the day.

She published her biography “Becoming – A Guided Journal for Discovering your Voice which describes in detail, her journey as a mother and as the first lady of one of the most influential governments.

Michelle Obama has always retained a sense of self in her outfits. She stunned the world with her daring ensembles and still maintained an expression of modesty.

On her husband’s first inauguration she dressed in a creamy yellow dress by Isabel Taledo and matching overcoat were made of satin-backed wool guipure. Obama accessorized the look with a sparkling crystal necklace and green leather gloves and shoes.

For the Inauguration ball, she chose a stunning White, one-shouldered chiffon gown, designed by the immensely talented, Jason Wu, there-by launching him into fame.

She wore this stunning White gown by Tom Ford and paired it with Opera gloves and chandelier earrings. It was one of the most formal looks she’s created. It put the Obamas on the stage as American Royalty while maintaining.

For the second term inauguration of Presidential duties of former President Barack Obama, she chose another Jason Wu creation. She wore a long halter-neck ruby chiffon custom gown with velvet details and an armful of sparkly bangles. She paired it with Jimmy Choo shoes and a ring by Kimberly Mcdonald.

She chose this outfit out of 15 submissions that she had received. She was most comfortable with the design submitted by the designer whose career she launched during the former inauguration ball. People had speculated that she would choose another upcoming designer and launch them into fame but she chose what she liked best. Michelle Obama fashion choice cemented in the mind of people that it is sometimes important to put your comfort and personal choices above what others perceive.

By the time Donald Trump’s Inauguration ceremony rolled out, Jason Wu had already made a reputation for himself as her favorite designer

She opted for a classic red dress and added a matching coat to her ensemble. She later swapped her black pumps for a pair of stylish suede boots for her appearance outside the Capitol in Washington D.C.

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She once again stunned the world with a classic black ensemble at an appearance at a Theatre of Los Angeles. A perfect combination of sophistication and chic.

Her ultimate knockout outfit was appreciated when she made an appearance with actress Sarah Jessica Parker, who is best known for her portrayal of the shopaholic and designer-fanatic Carrie Bradshaw on the timeless drama ‘Sex and the City.’ Obama wore a canary-yellow satin dress and thigh-high metallic boots, both from Balenciaga.

The former First Lady has a fondness for pantsuits. She has often been spotted in superiorly designed suits with extreme patterns. During her ‘Becoming’ book tour, she surprised the world with a collection of gorgeous pantsuits.

During her conversation with Gayle King, she wore a suit that was custom-designed for the Princeton University alum by Sergio Hudson. It featured a gold-accented belt around the waist and gold button detailing on the arms. She had on a sparkly dark blue corset top underneath it, made by Christy Rilling Studio.

The Michelle Obama fashion was seen in this Jimmy Choo Romy, the classic black pumps to go with it. The shoes boasted a pin-thin stiletto heel and a pointed silhouette. The former first lady has often sported styles by the designer over the years, choosing sleek stilettos to team with her elegant ensembles.

Her sparkly bespoke suit by Norwegian designer Peter Dundas. The black two-piece featured fierce panther detailing on the arms and lapels. 

A $2,000 pastel pink suit designed by local up-and-comer Stine Goya paired with her favorite Jimmy Choo pumps.

Her sparkling black outfit at the Grammy Awards turned quite a few heads. She has also, on occasion, displayed immense admiration for bold floral patterns and monochrome combinations.

Her love for a colorful life is well demonstrated by the combination of colors she chooses in her clothes.

As is her love for balance in her personal and professional outlook.

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And she has equally embraced the retro look from time to time.

And in the iconic moment where Opera Winfrey interviewed Michelle Obama, her simplistic choice of the gorgeous white Sally LaPointe styled with a custom Stuart Weitzman flamingo silk satin ‘Tippi’ pumps.

Michelle Obama is an idol to many, because of her ability to silently support her husband when it’s called for and fiercely challenge society and life as an individual. She sets examples, not just as a woman but as a human being of great understanding. She has displayed great patience and understanding as a mother of two children and a nation.

Her outfits reflect her outlook on life and the depths of her personality.


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