Michelle Obama's best outfits
The first lady’s fashion choices have been in the spotlight ever since the Obamas entered the White House and her Versace dress for the couple’s final state dinner was no exception. As one Twitter user, Nichelle Stephens, wrote, “Michelle has been slaying fashion” for seven years.
Final state dinner
Michelle Obama wore a memorable floor length rose-gold chainmail gown designed by Atelier Versace. The glittery custom-made dress with a single off-the- shoulder cap sleeve made an impression at the final White House state dinner of the Obama administration held in honor of the Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi (2nd from R) and his wife Agnese Landini (L) at the White House on October 18, 2016.
Michelle Obama - 2016
Here, first lady Michelle Obama embraces spring with the strapless floral gown she wore to the White House dinner for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday, March 10, 2016.
The deep blue dress by Jason Wu, who also designed the first lady’s inaugural gowns, featured a playful flower pattern and asymmetrical draping. Mrs. Obama wore her hair in full, loose waves, with long bangs swept to one side.
Michelle Obama
President Barack Obama gave first lady Michelle Obama the thumbs up when she walked out wearing a white crepe dress by American designer Brandon Maxwels, best known as Lady Gaga's stylist, for a state dinner for Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his wife Mrs. Lee Hsien Loong at the White House, August 2, 2016.
Maxwell, 31, designed the pantsuit/dress that Lady Gaga wore to this year's Oscars, which he described as "classic with an edge." The two strapless, white creations definitely boasted some similarities.
The first lady has consistently supported and highlighted the work of young American designers. Maxwell launched his line in 2015 and has quickly caught the eye of not just Michelle Obama and Lady Gaga, but celebrities that include Iman and Zendaya. The rising star in the fashion world won the Swarovski award at the Council of Fashion Designers of America awards earlier in the summer.
Michelle Obama - 2016
First lady Michelle Obama not only rocked this cobalt blue Christian Siriano silk crepe dress on Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on July 25, 2016, she wowed the crowd with a passionate speech in support of Democratic presidential presumptive nominee Hillary Clinton, July 25, 2016.
The cap-sleeved dress came together with a simple cinched waist and was a perfect match for the backdrop on stage.
Michelle Obama - 2016
First lady Michelle Obama wore this Christian Siriano asymmetrical hem lace dress from his Spring 2016 line for the funeral of the slain police officers in Dallas, July 12, 2016.
Michelle Obama - 2016
First Lady Michelle Obama wears a sparkling champagne colored Givenchy Couture gown at the White House Correspondents' Association annual dinner on April 30, 2016 at the Washington Hilton hotel in Washington, D.C.
The dress is from the French design house's spring 2016 collection.
Michelle Obama - 2016
Well before President Obama even finished his final State of the Union address, the Narciso Rodriguez dress that first lady Michelle Obama wore at the Capitol sold out on January 12, 2016.
Here, the first lady waves from her box in the gallery with Connecticut Governor Dan Malloy (L) on one side and a symbolic empty seat for victims of gun violence between her and Dr. Jill Biden (R) while attending the State of the Union address, January 12, 2016. The A-line Narciso Rodriguez-designed wool crepe dress was an immediate sensation.
Michelle Obama 2016
"The dress" sparked immediate questions on the internet as to what color it was and where to find it, and the answers came quickly. The dress could be found on the Neiman Marcus website on sale for $628 and the color was "marigold." Those slow to the conversation were out of luck, though, because the dress, which had a fitted bodice and flared mid-calf skirt sold out quickly.
First lady Michelle Obama waves at the start of the joint session of Congress, January 12, 2016.
Michelle Obama - 2015
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama arrive at the Kennedy Center Honors Reception at the White House in Washington December 6, 2015.
Michelle Obama - 2015
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama attend the Kennedy Center Honors at the Kennedy Center December 6, 2015 in Washington, DC. The honorees included singer-songwriter Carole King (L) , filmmaker George Lucas, actress and singer Rita Moreno, conductor Seiji Ozawa and actress Cicely Tyson.
Michelle Obama - 2015
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama pose with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Madame Peng Liyuan as they arrive for a State Dinner at the White House in Washington September 25, 2015.
The first lady chose a custom mermaid gown from Vera Wang Collection
Michelle Obama - 2015
The first lady wore a fitted, gray Michael Kors skirt and cropped jacket from the designers 2013 fall collection. The two-piece outfit put a modern twist on the skirt suit with its exposed zipper and oversized collar.
First lady Michelle Obama waves prior to President Barack Obama (Not pictured), delivering his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, January 20, 2015.
Michelle Obama - 2014
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama arrive for a reception for 2014 Kennedy Center honorees in the East Room at the White House in Washington December 7, 2014.
The first lady wore a dazzling Monique Lhuillier gown.
Michelle Obama - 2014
First Lady Michelle Obama attends the annual White House Correspondent's Association Gala at the Washington Hilton hotel May 3, 2014 in Washington, D.C. The dinner is an annual event attended by journalists, politicians and celebrities.
Michelle Obama - 2014
First lady Michelle Obama wore a Carolina Herrera gown to welcome French President François Hollande for a State Dinner at the North Portico of the White House on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014, in Washington.
Michelle Obama - 2014
First lady Michelle Obama, left, and President Barack Obama wait for the arrival of French President François Hollande for a State Dinner at the North Portico of the White House on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014, in Washington.
Michelle Obama - 2014
In 2014, the first lady chose a full-skirted forest green dress with a cropped jacket by Azzedine Alaïa. The first lady wore her signature wide leather belt. The outfit paired a sensible jacket with a dress that had a youthful, feminine silhouette.
First lady Michelle Obama (C) waves next to U.S. Army Ranger Sgt. First Class Cory Remsburg (3rdL), injured while serving in Afghanistan, prior to President Barack Obama's State of the Union speech on Capitol Hill in Washington, January 28, 2014.
Michelle Obama - 2013
A favorite designer, Jason Wu, who created two Inaugural ball gowns for the first lady, came up with this red dress with a black yoke in 2013. A bit of leather trim included. She also wore a Alexis Bittar lucite flower brooch. The first lady is known for supporting young designers.
First lady Michelle Obama greets someone in the crowd while standing next to Nathaniel (L) and Cleopatra Pendleton (L) at President Barack Obama's State of the Union Speech on Capitol Hill in Washington, February 12, 2013.
Michelle Obama - 2013
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama attend the Commander-in-Chief's Ball, honoring US service members and their families, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Jan. 21, 2013, in Washington.
Mrs. Obama wore custom-made Jason Wu gown. The ruby-colored dress was a follow-up to the white gown Wu made for her four years ago.
Michelle Obama - 2012
This shimmering dress in cobalt blue made yet another bold statement. This cap-sleeved creation was by Barbara Tfank; the material brought an eye-catching sheen to a simple silhouette in 2012.
U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama (C) waves from the First Lady's box before U.S. President Barack Obama's State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, January 24, 2012. At right is Captain Mark Kelly, husband of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) who was shot in 2011 and will be retiring.
Michelle Obama - 2011
The first lady picked another stunning shimmering silver frock in 2011 designed by Rachel Roy.
First lady Michelle Obama is applauded as she arrives at her box for President Barack Obama's State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, January 25, 2011.
Michelle Obama - 2010
The first lady opted for elbow length sleeves in 2010, but in a similar oxblood hue to her 2013 Jason Wu dress. This one was designed by Isaac Mizrahi. The simple and classic look was emphasized with a string of pearls.
Michelle Obama waves as she stands with Federal Police Officer Kimberly Munley (L) prior to President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address on Capitol Hill, January 27, 2010. Munley fired on Ft Hood gunman Major Nidal Malik Hasan.
Michelle Obama - 2009
In this Oct. 1, 2009 file photo, first lady Michelle Obama talks with Prince Albert of Monaco at a reception following the opening ceremonies of the the 121st International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session and XIII Olympic Congress at the Copenhagen Opera House in Copenhagen. Mrs. Obama is wearing a dress by Rodarte, a sister-team of fashion designers whose creations the first lady has worn on several occasions in recent years.
Michelle Obama - 2009
Michelle Obama's sleeveless deep purple Narciso Rodriguez dress created quite the firestorm of conversation about the first lady's awesome arms, especially because they were bare in a cold February climate.
First lady Michelle Obama stands prior to President Barack Obama's primetime State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress, February 24, 2009.
Michelle Obama - 2009
This Jan. 20, 2009 file photo shows President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama as they dance together at the Obama Home States Inaugural Ball in Washington. Fashion designer Jason Wu says the inauguration ball dress he designed for Michelle Obama grew out of his childhood fascination with dolls.