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Fab Read: Mrs. O, The Face of Fashion Democracy
Michelle Obama is such an icon, there's a second book dedicated to her first-class style. Mrs. O: The Face of Fashion Democracy ($18) follows the first lady's wardrobe choices, from her wedding dress to her White House getups. You'll also find interviews with designers like Maria Pinto, Isabel Toledo, and Jason Wu, who have all dressed Michelle.
White House | Black Market Gets Michelle O Boost
It seems anything Michelle Obama touches these days turns to gold. White House | Black Market is no exception. The clothing store, which gained major popularity last year when the first lady wore one of its $148 print dresses on The View, is one of the few companies increasing its ad spending this Fall.
And the 2009 CFDA Winners Are . . .
As expected, the 2009 CFDA awards ceremony brought out a bevy of dazzling models, designers, and celebrities — make sure to vote on our love it or hate it polls! While most came to party, others eagerly awaited the announcement of this year's winners. Let's see who took home the cake .
Trend Alert: Candy Colored Times
Michelle Obama is a modern first lady with a keen fashion sense. But she's also a fun mom with candy colored times — and a "mouthwash" green Rick Owens jacket. Her Lavender Toy Watch ($195) proves she's lighthearted, and shall I say a bit sporty?
Michelle Obama's Style Is Literary
The Daily Front Row and The Fashion Mini — my favorite reads at New York Fashion Week — are singing Michelle Obama's fashion praises. They've released a special 116-page collector's issue dubbed Michelle Obama: 100 Days of Style ($7.49, includes shipping and handling), now also available at major bookstores and newsstands. It celebrates the first lady's first three months in the White House, from the inaugural ball to her trip through Europe.
Link Time!!!
- Do discount designer duds make the grade? — WSJ
- Carine Roitfeld does NOT look pleased — The Daily Chic Report
- Save the best for last: Linea Pelle final giveaway — Purse Blog
Michelle Obama's Euro Style
This week the Obamas began their European tour. All eyes were on Michelle to see what she packed and loaded onto Air Force One. First stop: London, where the presidential couple met with Britain's Prime Minister Gordon Brown and his wife Sarah, as well as the Queen.
Fab Flash: CFDA Announces Nominees For 2009 Awards
The Council of Fashion Designers of America announced the nominees for the 2009 awards and it's filled with some of our favorite designers. Marc Jacobs, Narciso Rodriguez, and Jason Wu will be vying for a womenswear award while Calvin Klein Collection’s Italo Zucchelli, Michael Bastian, and Scott Sternberg for Band of Outsiders compete for the menswear accolade. The CFDA will also be honoring First Lady
New York Fashion Week, Fall 2009: Jason Wu
Behold: My view at Jason Wu! Unless you've been in Thailand the last month, you'd know Jason Wu was one of the most sought after invites for New York Fashion Week. Yours truly experienced the magic.
Fab Flash: Michelle Obama Is Presidential in Pink in Vogue
Michelle Obama knows a thing or two about fashion. Her cover for Vogue, shot by Annie Leibovitz, has just been released, and the results are nothing short of spectacular. The front page features the first lady wearing a presidential pink silk sheath dress by Jason Wu — the same designer who created her divine white inaugural ball gown.
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