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Lady_Jean_La

07-08-2009, 12:18 AM

http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/fashion/2009/07/06/2009-07-06_from_moscow_with_style_michelle_obama_girls_loo k_just_peachy_after_11hour_flight.html

From Moscow with Style

Michelle Obama changed into black slacks for a stroll in Gorki, outside of Moscow, with the Russian First Lady, Svetlana Medvedev.

Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/fashion/2009/07/06/2009-07-06_from_moscow_with_style_michelle_obama_girls_loo k_just_peachy_after_11hour_flight.html#ixzz0KdNzhk Pg&C

Lady_Jean_La

07-08-2009, 12:32 PM

http://www.newsday.com/features/lifestyle/ny-lsfash0812932278jul03,0,3942629.story

But the messages often get garbled, leaving shoppers unable to decipher what the newest signs from the fashion industry say to them. Enter Michelle Obama, translator.

Lady_Jean_La

07-08-2009, 02:36 PM

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/07/michelle_obama_wears_a_green_f.html

slideshow

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/04/michelle_obama_slideshow.html

Lady_Jean_La

07-10-2009, 03:01 PM

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama had their first audience with Pope Benedict XVI today.

http://assets.nydailynews.com/img/2009/07/11/alg_holy_visit1.jpg

Lady_Jean_La

07-13-2009, 04:54 PM

http://www.usnews.com/blogs/washington-whispers/2009/07/13/the-buzz-on-michelle-obamas-honey.html

First beekeeper Charlie Brandts tells us that it has a hint of citrus, a sweet local trait, and that the first honey pull totaled 43 pounds.

Lady_Jean_La

07-15-2009, 12:45 AM

http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/07/14/illinois.cemetery.obama/index.html?section=cnn_latest

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- First lady Michelle Obama's father is not buried in the Chicago-area cemetery where investigators say hundreds of graves have been dug up in a scheme to resell the burial plots, a spokeswoman said Tuesday.

First lady Michelle Obama's father is not buried in the Chicago-area cemetery where graves were disturbed.

The announcement followed an earlier, mistaken statement by the first lady's communications director, Camille Johnston. Johnston later said that Obama's father, Fraser Robinson III, was buried in Lincoln Cemetery in suburban Alsip, Illinois, not the Burr Oak graveyard now at the center of a criminal investigation.

Lady_Jean_La

08-02-2009, 05:21 PM

Paul McCartney Dedicates ‘Michelle’ To Mrs. Obama

http://www.accesshollywood.com/paul-mccartney-dedicates-michelle-to-mrs-obama_article_21290

Last November, Paul McCartney told reporters at the MTV Europe Music Awards that he would love to perform for President Obama — and his wife.

magythekat

08-03-2009, 05:26 PM

I must admit .......... the Obamas (excluding the children) have been a great source of amusement. :laugh:

I always love a good faux pas, don't you? The children are lovely...but the amusement comes from the adults in the family. :lol:

Lady_Jean_La

08-05-2009, 03:21 PM

Q: Does First Lady Michelle Obama have an "unprecedented" number of staffers?

A: A spokeswoman for the first lady says that Michelle Obama currently has a staff of 24. That may indeed be the largest of any first lady, but Hillary Clinton, with 19 staffers, and Laura Bush with at least 18 and perhaps more, weren’t far behind.

http://factcheck.org/2009/08/michelle-obamas-staff/

Lady_Jean_La

08-29-2009, 12:53 AM

http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Michelle-Obama/ss/events/pl/050108michelleobama;_ylt=Aij6S76jqqPR3QtsME4M_l_mW McF#photoViewer=/090826/480/b0b4388307ef402ead4b85689ee36e55

February

08-29-2009, 12:59 AM

Wow. Nice thread. I love Michelle.
Classy, gracious and an involved First Lady.

jammies

08-29-2009, 06:02 AM

Barbara2

08-29-2009, 06:17 PM

I don't see why anyone would be jealous of MO, as to anyone feeling inferior all I have to say about that is LOL
IMO

I would much rather trade places with the person that had the winning ticket for half of the 300 and some odd million dollar mega millions. I'm jealous of that person.

Deannalynn

08-30-2009, 01:03 AM

Oh come one now, BackChat... WHO wouldn't be jealous of this?

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ZTsdiIlN_8s/SjHdIB5NI3I/AAAAAAAAIAo/LdDclBko8Do/s400/michelle_obama_westminster-london-6-09.jpg

People who laugh or try and belittle another person (I was always told) wants something that person has. Could it be her intellect? Just sayin.
Nothing personal cause I don't get personal.
It's just not nice.

Lady_Jean_La

08-30-2009, 04:58 PM

I'm not sure I understand your point. It seems likely to me that Mrs. Kennedy knew the people she hugged, etc first. Michelle she may not know at all - beyond having met in a receiving line or two.
Remember Ted became ill right during lunch after the inauguration and so they left with no time to "meet and greet". Are you aware of any specific time that Vicky and Michelle would have spent together?

http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard/article-23435605-details/The+Upper+East+Side+in+search+of+a+soul/article.do

Lady_Jean_La

08-30-2009, 05:01 PM

I'm not sure I understand your point. It seems likely to me that Mrs. Kennedy knew the people she hugged, etc first. Michelle she may not know at all - beyond having met in a receiving line or two.
Remember Ted became ill right during lunch after the inauguration and so they left with no time to "meet and greet". Are you aware of any specific time that Vicky and Michelle would have spent together?

http://voices.washingtonpost.com/44/2009/04/29/at_food_bank_first_lady_packs.html

Lady_Jean_La

08-30-2009, 05:04 PM

I'm not sure I understand your point. It seems likely to me that Mrs. Kennedy knew the people she hugged, etc first. Michelle she may not know at all - beyond having met in a receiving line or two.
Remember Ted became ill right during lunch after the inauguration and so they left with no time to "meet and greet". Are you aware of any specific time that Vicky and Michelle would have spent together?

http://transcripts.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0904/13/sitroom.02.html

Lady_Jean_La

08-30-2009, 11:13 PM

http://www.afro.com/tabId/551/itemId/4518/Michelle-Obama-Debuts-on-Forbes-List.aspx

(August 30, 2009) - Among the world’s most powerful women, First Lady Michelle Obama out ranks both Oprah Winfrey and Queen Elizabeth.

Streetdreamer

08-31-2009, 09:32 AM

Seriously, I am embarrassed for her. When I see her I cringe and want to take her hand and lead her to some age appropriate stores, She looks so silly and plain GOOF

I think she's a handsome woman but she just doesn't have a clue about dressing appropriately. I've seen pics of her dress designer and lord love a duck, it's BAD.

She dresses like she's gleening through the Limited Two clearance rack. The plastic belts have got to go. She's not a 5 ft 2 in teenager.
We all want to look young and if you are a tiny person you MIGHT get away with it. Michelle is a big gal and can wear ultra classsy clothes with panache. I hope she gets rid of her designer and finds someone who has CLASS like Jackie K.

She COULD look fab with her figure. I'm just dying to see her in something worthy of her position. As yet we have only seen her look WRONG and out of place.

No sleevless dresses. No walmart kiddy ruffles. no plastic high waist belts. C'MON Michelle.......trust your own instincts. You looked better during the campaign. You are a MATURE woman, Make us proud. !!!!! MAKE IT WORK!

Michelle doesn't care about what you think. She couldn't care less about fashion as much as she cares about her family. If she was so worried about being a fashion mogul, she would've pulled a "Sarah Palin, on somebody else's dime" move. She's a conservative dresser, a great mom and comfortable about how she looks and her husband is still attracted to her, here's proof:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEF0GtHI1Vw

Who cares what you, or anyone else thinks about her clothes.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 09:25 PM

I always love a good faux pas, don't you? The children are lovely...but the amusement comes from the adults in the family. :lol:

They sure are a refreshing sight. Especially, after the last 8 years. We haven't seen the likes of the Obama's since JFK. It's nice.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 09:32 PM

Seriously, I am embarrassed for her. When I see her I cringe and want to take her hand and lead her to some age appropriate stores, She looks so silly and plain GOOF

I think she's a handsome woman but she just doesn't have a clue about dressing appropriately. I've seen pics of her dress designer and lord love a duck, it's BAD.

She dresses like she's gleening through the Limited Two clearance rack. The plastic belts have got to go. She's not a 5 ft 2 in teenager.
We all want to look young and if you are a tiny person you MIGHT get away with it. Michelle is a big gal and can wear ultra classsy clothes with panache. I hope she gets rid of her designer and finds someone who has CLASS like Jackie K.

She COULD look fab with her figure. I'm just dying to see her in something worthy of her position. As yet we have only seen her look WRONG and out of place.

No sleevless dresses. No walmart kiddy ruffles. no plastic high waist belts. C'MON Michelle.......trust your own instincts. You looked better during the campaign. You are a MATURE woman, Make us proud. !!!!! MAKE IT WORK!

C'MON Michelle, spend, spend, spend and then spend some more on your wardrobe, that's what we want to see, right? :rolleyes:

I think she looks GREAT, real, a lady for sure. Embarrassed, yeah sure you are. There is an adjective to describe it, I'm sure, but that ain't it.

I'm so glad to see she isn't willing to spend tons of money on her clothes, ala Sarah Palin and others. It's so nice to know her priorities are not with what she's wearing, but rather her family and what they need.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 09:34 PM

They sure are a refreshing sight. Especially, after the last 8 years. We haven't seen the likes of the Obama's since JFK. It's nice.

Guess it's all in the eye of the beholder. Although I wasnt a staunch Bush supporter, I found laura Bush to be very pretty, and always thought she dressed with class and taste.

The Obama's do "look good", no doubt, but Im not sure it justifies the obssession with their every move.

As an aside, they sure do eat a lot of junk food, IMO.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 09:50 PM

Guess it's all in the eye of the beholder. Although I wasnt a staunch Bush supporter, I found laura Bush to be very pretty, and always thought she dressed with class and taste.

The Obama's do "look good", no doubt, but Im not sure it justifies the obssession with their every move.

As an aside, they sure do eat a lot of junk food, IMO.

Americans will always be obsessed with the president and their family. That really just goes with the territory.

Laura always looks respectable, I'm just glad to see the more casual look, more down to earth IMO. No reason to be stuffy just cause you're the president's wife. There is nothing uptight about MO's wardrobe. LOL, I thought I was reading wrong when I first learned J. Crew was a Michelle staple.

And I love me a little junk food.

WillowInFlight

08-31-2009, 09:51 PM

Guess it's all in the eye of the beholder. Although I wasnt a staunch Bush supporter, I found laura Bush to be very pretty, and always thought she dressed with class and taste.

The Obama's do "look good", no doubt, but Im not sure it justifies the obssession with their every move.

As an aside, they sure do eat a lot of junk food, IMO.
ITA Laura Bush always looked Classy, Though I must say I love MO's look. And can you supply a link that they eat a lot of junk food?, I know MO loves "five guys" They sure don't look like "junk food eaters"

BTW, they have two little girls that probably love McDonalds

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 09:53 PM

Didn't realize that things were so mutually exclusive.

Can't she multi-task and be well dressed and a good mom at the same time?

:laugh::laugh:

Not sure what you mean by mutually exclusive. I just think it is refreshing to see that Michelle can dress in something besides a monochromatic suit. I like her laid back style, what is wrong with that?

You're a very happy person, eh? Those two smiles at the end of nearly every post. Good for you!

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:00 PM

ITA Laura Bush always looked Classy, Though I must say I love MO's look. And can you supply a link that they eat a lot of junk food?, I know MO loves "five guys" They sure don't look like "junk food eaters"

BTW, they have two little girls that probably love McDonalds

Can’t provide a single link, it’s just almost every time they are out, they stop for ice cream, candy, cheese steaks etc. Since Michelle seems to push organic foods, it seems a bit against the grain to be eating foods high in fats and sugars so often. Obama has probably had more ice cream since being in office than our family would have in a year, but that's just a matter of personal choice. Again, I just find it a bit strange that someone who preaches preventive, healthy lifestyles would be eating so many junk foods. My kids loved McDonalds too, but they didnt get it very often. It isnt good for anyone, let alone kids.

I don’t care for Michelle's look, but then, I don’t have to wear it, so be it. I do think the 1st lady should be dressed professionally on most occasions though.

I would love to know the BMI for all 4 of them. My guess would be Michelle and the younger child would be at the high end of acceptable BMI, while Obama and the older girl would be at the lower end.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:01 PM

Oh, heck no!

"Just cause you're the president's wife"!

I mean, not like that's a big deal or anything!!

:laugh::laugh:

If what the president's wife is wearing is that important, then I'm getting a little worried for us. That really shouldn't be the focus, yet I read over and over again, that it is. I think she looks comfortable in her skin and that is important...and I'm glad to see it. She's not wearing hooker clothes, she's wearing MOM clothes. Good for her! That lack of pretention is very nice to see. The fact that she isn't spending tons of money on designer clothes is quite refreshing.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:02 PM

If what the president's wife is wearing is that important, then I'm getting a little worried for us. That really shouldn't be the focus, yet I read over and over again, that it is. I think she looks comfortable in her skin and that is important...and I'm glad to see it. She's not wearing hooker clothes, she's wearing MOM clothes. Good for her! That lack of pretention is very nice to see. The fact that she isn't spending tons of money on designer clothes is quite refreshing.

I wouldnt consider them "Mom" clothes. least not where Im from.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:04 PM

I wouldnt consider them "Mom" clothes. least not where Im from.

Where are you from? What would you call them?

WillowInFlight

08-31-2009, 10:05 PM

Can’t provide a single link, it’s just almost every time they are out, they stop for ice cream, candy, cheese steaks etc. Since Michelle seems to push organic foods, it seems a bit against the grain to be eating foods high in fats and sugars so often. Obama has probably had more ice cream since being in office than our family would have in a year, but that's just a matter of personal choice. Again, I just find it a bit strange that someone who preaches preventive, healthy lifestyles would be eating so many junk foods. My kids loved McDonalds too, but they didnt get it very often. It isnt good for anyone, let alone kids.

I don’t care for Michelle's look, but then, I don’t have to wear it, so be it. I do think the 1st lady should be dressed professionally on most occasions though.

I would love to know the BMI for all 4 of them. My guess would be Michelle and the younger child would be at the high end of acceptable BMI, while Obama and the older girl would be at the lower end.
Don't forget they both "workout", I spent New Years with a close friend of MO, Michelle spent a lot of time in Georgetown SC, and she said that MO should loose weight, With all that is going on we are going to dissect what they eat? specially on vacation?

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:07 PM

Where are you from? What would you call them?

Probably call them "uppidy" clothes. But then folks aroundhere cant afford J. Crew or $300.00 sneakers. As for where Im from, I would rather not post my location on a message board.

WillowInFlight

08-31-2009, 10:11 PM

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:20 PM

Probably call them "uppidy" clothes. But then folks aroundhere cant afford J. Crew or $300.00 sneakers. As for where Im from, I would rather not post my location on a message board.

Really? I would hardly call Michelle's clothes, of ANY first lady's, uppity. I don't blame you for not wanting to set your location and I wasn't really expecting you to divulge, but if you are trying to say that Michelle spends too much on her clothes, just try to compare her to past first ladies. You'll lose, because they have all, I'm sure, outspent her.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:20 PM

:laugh: Thank God MO isn't uppity.

That's a matter of opinion. To me she comes off as very "uppidy". makes me feel like if she ever shook my hand she would run off and shower for 3 days at the thought of having to touch me.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:23 PM

That's a matter of opinion. To me she comes off as very "uppidy". makes me feel like if she ever shook my hand she would run off and shower for 3 days at the thought of having to touch me.

Once again, compare her with past first ladies. Uppity...hardly. People are ticked that she doesn't look like a first lady. Quite true, because she doesn't spend the money required to look that way.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:23 PM

Really? I would hardly call Michelle's clothes, of ANY first lady's, uppity. I don't blame you for not wanting to set your location and I wasn't really expecting you to divulge, but if you are trying to say that Michelle spends too much on her clothes, just try to compare her to past first ladies. You'll lose, because they have all, I'm sure, outspent her.

I’m not trying to win. Why does everything have to be an "I win, you lose"? I’m sure other 1st ladies did spend more, but there is a huge difference in appearing classy and uppidy. Other first ladies have appeared classy. Michelle doesn’t give the appearance of class, she gives the appearance of feeling superior and uppidy, to me at least.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:27 PM

I’m not trying to win. Why does everything have to be an "I win, you lose"? I’m sure other 1st ladies did spend more, but there is a huge difference in appearing classy and uppidy. Other first ladies have appeared classy. Michelle doesn’t give the appearance of class, she gives the appearance of feeling superior and uppidy, to me at least.

How so? She's been accused of looking too casual. Casual isn't uppity. Spending tons of money to look like the "president's wife" is uppity, as well as shallow. And she does give the appearance of class, by not wearing a designer label every single time she appears in public. And I would say every single first lady spent more on her outfits. To me, that says alot.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:30 PM

How so? She's been accused of looking too casual. Casual isn't uppity. Spending tons of money to look like the "president's wife" is uppity, as well as shallow. And she does give the appearance of class, by not wearing a designer label every single time she appears in public. And I would say every single first lady spent more on her outfits. To me, that says alot.

And looking classy isnt about money either. Going to a soup kitchen wearing $300.00 sneakers is hardly what I would call "class". It wouldnt bother me a bit if she spent money on nice clothes. It isnt about the money. Some dont seem to understand that. It is about class, which she doesnt project, IMO.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:33 PM

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:35 PM

Many before her would have gone to the soup kitchen wearing Jimmy Choo's. At least she wore sneakers. Classy lady.

Once again, you see her as classy, I dont. Why should either of us be expected to change our opinion? The only difference I see is, you state it as fact, and I state it as my opinion.

For the record, Ive never heard of Jimmy Choo, so have no idea what you are talking about.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:36 PM

And looking classy isnt about money either. Going to a soup kitchen wearing $300.00 sneakers is hardly what I would call "class". It wouldnt bother me a bit if she spent money on nice clothes. It isnt about the money. Some dont seem to understand that. It is about class, which she doesnt project, IMO.

I agree it's not about spending money, although it's always nice to see them spend less rather than more. Especially now.

It's about wearing what's appropriate. Sneakers, in the instance of the soup kitchen, is appropriate.

Link that the sneakers cost her $300. That would have paid for the heel on another first lady's shoes, btw.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:38 PM

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:42 PM

Okay, sorry. IMO.

Jimmy Choo is a designer, a big one. A pair of his shoes can fetch over 2K. I'm pretty sure Sarah Palin is a fan.

Couldnt tell you what palin wears, I dont much keep up with designer stuff. She did always look professional, as she should have when running for VP of the country. If she had showed up dressed in her everyday clothes, it would have reflected very badly on her, IMO. Im old school, I expect people to dress for the position they are seeking. I tell the kids all the time...show up for a job interview in jeans and sneakers...you aint getting the job.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:45 PM

I agree it's not about spending money, although it's always nice to see them spend less rather than more. Especially now.

It's about wearing what's appropriate. Sneakers, in the instance of the soup kitchen, is appropriate.

Link that the sneakers cost her $300. That would have paid for the heel on another first lady's shoes, btw.

My mistake..they were $540.00 sneakers.

While volunteering Wednesday at a D.C. food bank, the First Lady sported her usual J.Crew cardigan, a pair of utilitarian capri pants and, on her feet, a sneaky splurge: trainers that go for $540.

http://www.averagebro.com/2009/05/ashy-or-classy-michelle-os-540-kicks.html

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:51 PM

Couldnt tell you what palin wears, I dont much keep up with designer stuff. She did always look professional, as she should have when running for VP of the country. If she had showed up dressed in her everyday clothes, it would have reflected very badly on her, IMO. Im old school, I expect people to dress for the position they are seeking. I tell the kids all the time...show up for a job interview in jeans and sneakers...you aint getting the job.

Michelle Obama is not interviewing for any job that I'm aware of.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 10:53 PM

My mistake..they were $540.00 sneakers.

While volunteering Wednesday at a D.C. food bank, the First Lady sported her usual J.Crew cardigan, a pair of utilitarian capri pants and, on her feet, a sneaky splurge: trainers that go for $540.

http://www.averagebro.com/2009/05/ashy-or-classy-michelle-os-540-kicks.html

Interesting they were called a splurge...as though she wouldn't usually spend that kind of money. I would be willing to bet that other first ladies, when they lowered themselves to wear sneakers, spent more and probably never even got them dirty.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:55 PM

Michelle Obama is not interviewing for any job that I'm aware of.

She already has the job. She is the 1st lady of the United States, and should dress as if she is, IMO.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 10:57 PM

Interesting they were called a splurge...as though she wouldn't usually spend that kind of money. I would be willing to bet that other first ladies, when they lowered themselves to wear sneakers, spent more and probably never even got them dirty.

Laura Bush wore sneakers, but not when representing the country at a function. What they wear around the house, or when on vacation is different. But when they are in public, representing the country, they should dress appropriately, IMO.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 11:02 PM

She already has the job. She is the 1st lady of the United States, and should dress as if she is, IMO.

I don't even know how it is she should dress, but apparently you do. How is it, then? Sneakers? No sneakers?
Suits? Shorts? How should Michelle dress? How is she dressing wrong? I surely want to know what you think. Sneakers are uppity at $500, but apparently, suits that are the same color with $2K pumps are not...Gosh, what are you even talking about? Suits IMO, are uppity, sneakers aren't and if she wants to frollick with her kids, she should be comfortable doing it! Who frollicks in a suit and Jimmy Choo's?

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 11:03 PM

Laura Bush wore sneakers, but not when representing the country at a function. What they wear around the house, or when on vacation is different. But when they are in public, representing the country, they should dress appropriately, IMO.

Michelle shouldn't wear sneakers at a soup kitchen? So, she should parade around the homeless wearing pumps, then?

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 11:07 PM

Michelle shouldn't wear sneakers at a soup kitchen? So, she should parade around the homeless wearing pumps, then?

Nothing wrong with wearing sneakers to a homeless shelter. Everything wrong with wearing 500.00 sneakers to a homeless shelter, IMO.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 11:08 PM

I don't even know how it is she should dress, but apparently you do. How is it, then? Sneakers? No sneakers?
Suits? Shorts? How should Michelle dress? How is she dressing wrong? I surely want to know what you think. Sneakers are uppity at $500, but apparently, suits that are the same color with $2K pumps are not...Gosh, what are you even talking about? Suits IMO, are uppity, sneakers aren't and if she wants to frollick with her kids, she should be comfortable doing it! Who frollicks in a suit and Jimmy Choo's?

What she wears at home is none of my concern. heck, she can run around nekkid for all i care. But she needs to dress like a grown up now, instead of trying to dress "hip and cool" like some awkward teenager.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 11:12 PM

Nothing wrong with wearing sneakers to a homeless shelter. Everything wrong with wearing 500.00 sneakers to a homeless shelter, IMO.

As opposed to shoes that are probably more than my mortgage payment.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 11:14 PM

What she wears at home is none of my concern. heck, she can run around nekkid for all i care. But she needs to dress like a grown up now, instead of trying to dress "hip and cool" like some awkward teenager.

How does she dress like an awkward teenager? She wears J. Crew, nothing my 19 year old would wear, but something I'd wear. I'm 45.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 11:18 PM

Wow - the lengths some go to in defending the Obama's!
Personally, I find Michelle's tastes to be inappropriate for her age, body type and position most of the time. Some of her stuff has been OK, but in total, not. She appears to either try too hard or not hard enough - especially since she was deemed to be some kind of fashion icon early on.

To be fair, I loved Barbara Bush, but she was not much of a fashion icon either. She at least was usually appropriate for her age and body style, but not very fashionable. Laura was classy and conservative and it fit her personality to a "T".
moo

Laura did dress conservatively, but nobody I know could possibly afford it. Laura is rich, she dressed rich. There is, IMO, nothing at all wrong with dressing like the rest of us can afford. It's unpretentious. It's refreshing and it's no nonsense. I'm glad she isn't concerned with appearances, because in the end, appearances are just that, appearances. IMO

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 11:19 PM

I just don't know what to think about any of this.

She seems like a nice enough lady.

I read somewhere on a blog that she may dip or chew but I don't even know what that means for sure!

:confused::confused:

Well, if she does, she's risking mouth cancer. Or all her teeth will fall out. I did not know that, it's gross. But, she's not hurting me with that decision.

flareon

08-31-2009, 11:36 PM

Wow - the lengths some go to in defending the Obama's!
Personally, I find Michelle's tastes to be inappropriate for her age, body type and position most of the time. Some of her stuff has been OK, but in total, not. She appears to either try too hard or not hard enough - especially since she was deemed to be some kind of fashion icon early on.

To be fair, I loved Barbara Bush, but she was not much of a fashion icon either. She at least was usually appropriate for her age and body style, but not very fashionable. Laura was classy and conservative and it fit her personality to a "T".
moo

It is funny to watch people twist into pretzels to defend things. :biggrin:

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 11:43 PM

Wow - the lengths some go to in defending the Obama's!
Personally, I find Michelle's tastes to be inappropriate for her age, body type and position most of the time. Some of her stuff has been OK, but in total, not. She appears to either try too hard or not hard enough - especially since she was deemed to be some kind of fashion icon early on.

To be fair, I loved Barbara Bush, but she was not much of a fashion icon either. She at least was usually appropriate for her age and body style, but not very fashionable. Laura was classy and conservative and it fit her personality to a "T".
moo

I only met Laura Bush once, if you would even call it "meeting" her, as it was at a political function held here shortly before the election. She came off as very down to earth. Guess she didn’t have a problem coming to see us "Bible clinging, gun toting" rural types.

cantstandnuts

08-31-2009, 11:45 PM

I only met Laura Bush once, if you would even call it "meeting" her, as it was at a political function held here shortly before the election. She came off as very down to earth. Guess she didn’t have a problem coming to see us "Bible clinging, gun toting" rural types.

Why would she? She is one.

orangetaffy

08-31-2009, 11:55 PM

Why would she? She is one.

Terrible thing to be, huh?

flareon

08-31-2009, 11:56 PM

orangetaffy

09-01-2009, 12:00 AM

She always did seem warm and sincere. It didn't always seem like a photo op for her.

She was very easy to talk to. Honestly seemed to care about the day to day struggles faced by the working class.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 12:10 AM

Terrible thing to be, huh?

Didn't say that. I'm not one, but it's not a bad thing. Just not like me, so I can't really relate.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 12:14 AM

She always did seem warm and sincere. It didn't always seem like a photo op for her.

Funny, but to me, it always looked like a photo op. Are you saying MO is always in it for appearance? B/C to me, if she were, you'd think she'd spend more on her clothes and shoes...and she'd try very hard to look the part of a president's wife more than she's doing with her $5OO sneakers.

But, nope, she's wearing sneakers and shorts. Bucking the photo op...

orangetaffy

09-01-2009, 12:15 AM

Didn't say that. I'm not one, but it's not a bad thing. Just not like me, so I can't really relate.

I think that is a big part of our problem as a nation. There really is 2 America's. The city mouse and the country mouse. The life styles, priorities, struggles, values of the 2 are so far apart, it is next to impossible to govern both with the same hand.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 12:15 AM

She was very easy to talk to. Honestly seemed to care about the day to day struggles faced by the working class.

But, in no way can she relate to that. Not that MO can, but she is closer and at least doesn't try to set herself apart with her wardrobe.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 12:17 AM

I think that is a big part of our problem as a nation. There really is 2 America's. The city mouse and the country mouse. The life styles, priorities, struggles, values of the 2 are so far apart, it is next to impossible to govern both with the same hand.

I can agree with this.

orangetaffy

09-01-2009, 12:19 AM

But, in no way can she relate to that. Not that MO can, but she is closer and at least doesn't try to set herself apart with her wardrobe.

Again, we disagree. IMO she VERY much related to our problems. She is from the area, so truely understands what it is about. She understands the 18 hour days, praying for rain so you dont lose the years work...and the years income. She understands how one storm can cost you an entire crop. She understands how water is far more precious to man than to a single minnow.

Lady_Jean_La

09-01-2009, 12:46 AM

Once again, you see her as classy, I dont. Why should either of us be expected to change our opinion? The only difference I see is, you state it as fact, and I state it as my opinion.

For the record, Ive never heard of Jimmy Choo, so have no idea what you are talking about.

Jimmy Choo Bea Snake-Embossed Tote
1150.00

http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/store/catalog/templates/P9.jhtml?itemId=cat207303&parentId=cat260104&masterId=cat257221&cmCat=&view=&page=2&filter1Type=&filter1Value=&filter2Type=&filter2Value=&filterOverride=&sort=&altFilter=

Jimmy Choo Patent Platform Pump
750.00

http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/store/catalog/templates/P9.jhtml?itemId=cat302300&parentId=cat203509&masterId=cat200648

Lady_Jean_La

09-01-2009, 12:51 AM

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/04/michelle_obama_slideshow.html#photo=1

Three black dresses.

WillowInFlight

09-01-2009, 08:24 AM

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 11:18 AM

Again, we disagree. IMO she VERY much related to our problems. She is from the area, so truely understands what it is about. She understands the 18 hour days, praying for rain so you dont lose the years work...and the years income. She understands how one storm can cost you an entire crop. She understands how water is far more precious to man than to a single minnow.

She may understand the challenges you face, but she in no way can relate to mine.

I guess it's that whole city mouse, country mouse thing.

My life is nothing like hers and she could not possibly relate. You have some stuff in common with her from the sounds of it.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 11:22 AM

Unbelievable how people can on about what MO wears. But yet Palin tried and almost got away with spending a fortune, Jackie O also spent a fortune on clothes. I will never understand why the need to tear someone apart whose taste and views differ from yours.

If she was spending a fortune to look like they think the first lady should, she'd be blasted for spending a fortune. She can't win.

I think she looks great and is being fiscally responsible in the process. Unheard of for a first lady IMO.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 02:42 PM

I don't care what she spends, that's her business. I just would like to see her in clothes more fitting to her age, I think she would be more attractive.
IMO

She's young. I haven't seen her wear anything that wasn't age appropriate. Is she supposed to dress like Laura or Barbara Bush? They're both much older than her. In fact, all the first ladies have been older than her with the exception of Jackie, who dressed much more expensively, but definitely wore her share of Capri's and tennis shoes.

What should she be wearing that is more fitting to her age? I really want to know, because I don't have any idea what that would be. :confused:

daniel green

09-01-2009, 06:38 PM

"Welcome to Washington, Hollywood for ugly people!" The fabled moniker held tried and true through Jimmy Carter cardigans and George W. Bush suits and cowboy boots. Then all of a sudden fashion plate Michelle Obama and her well-dressed entourage came to town and Washingtonians aren't likened to burlap-clad trolls anymore. We have women like Desirée Rogers, Valerie Jarrett, and la belle Michelle who grace the covers of Vogue and make Anna Wintour salivate. Did these three graces manage to reverse years of fashion faux pas on the part of the capital city? Or maybe, just maybe we weren't that bad before the Obama runway show came to town. After all, some Washingtonians have quietly been making fashion splashes for decades, but sadly have gone unsung. Until now!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/karin-tanabe/the-unsung-heroes-of-wash_b_271709.html

daniel green

09-01-2009, 06:43 PM

Vanity Fair has released their annual best-dressed list, and world leaders' ladies have topped the charts. Among the sartorially superior are Michelle Obama, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Sheikha Mozah of Qatar, Diana Taylor (girlfriend of Mayor Michael Bloomberg) and Princess Letizia of Spain, plus celebrities like Penelope Cruz, Brad Pitt, and Anne Hathaway.

President Barack Obama also makes his VF best-dressed debut.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/08/04/vanity-fairs-2009-best-dr_n_250734.html

ABC

09-01-2009, 06:50 PM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/08/04/vanity-fairs-2009-best-dr_n_250734.html
Happened to be in Palm Springs at the downtown Starbucks, the day Sunny Bono was buried. Mr Blackstone, creater of the Best Dressed list wandered up the street and looked like a bum in ratty jeans and t-shirt.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 07:12 PM

We have a difference of opinion. In this picture she's wearing something that I think would be great for one of her daughters. I didn't mention Laura Bush or Barbara Bush, you did, but I think that they both wore what other women their age were wearing.
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ZTsdiIlN_8s/SjHdIB5NI3I/AAAAAAAAIAo/LdDclBko8Do/s400/michelle_obama_westminster-london-6-09.jpg

Okay, well I don't like that top. So, I guess we can agree that wasn't the best choice of an outfit. How long did it take you to find that? That isn't what I've been used to seeing her in.

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 07:15 PM

How old is she anyway? Early to mid 50s?

She's 45 years old. She's one of the youngest first ladies, I think, in a while. The only one I could think of before her would be Jackie O. Although I'm not sure about Hillary...was she in her 40s when Bill was in?

orangetaffy

09-01-2009, 07:21 PM

How old is she anyway? Early to mid 50s?

I think she is close to my age..around 45 - 46?

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 07:31 PM

I think she is close to my age..around 45 - 46?

http://photos.essence.com/galleries/michelle_obamas_birthday/page/32#90781

She's 45. I looked at the pics in the link and thought she looked lovely in each one. She's a striking woman and wicked tall! She looks like she could kick Obama's butt if she were ever of a mind to, not that she would b/c he's awesome. :wink:

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 07:33 PM

She's 45 years old. She's one of the youngest first ladies, I think, in a while. The only one I could think of before her would be Jackie O. Although I'm not sure about Hillary...was she in her 40s when Bill was in?

Quoting myself, sorry. But, I looked up Hilary and she's got almost 20 years on Michelle. I thought they were a bit closer in age.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hilary_Rodham_Clinton

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 08:45 PM

Hillary had just turned 46 in October prior to President Clinton taking office in January 1993.

I remember she looked at lot younger at that time than Michelle does now. Hope Michelle ages as well as Hillary has.

I don't think Hilary looked a lot younger at the time. I think she was rather dowdy, in fact. I think Michelle is a striking woman. They're quite different, though, for sure.

orangetaffy

09-01-2009, 08:50 PM

"kick Obama's butt"?

I never thought about it much before but now that you mention it she does look kind of menacing in some pics.

Are you inferring that she may have anger issues?

:confused::confused:

I always hear the cadence we called while marching when I see her

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 09:10 PM

"kick Obama's butt"?

I never thought about it much before but now that you mention it she does look kind of menacing in some pics.

Are you inferring that she may have anger issues?

:confused::confused:

FGS, NO! I'm saying she's a big girl. Way to twist it. :rolleyes:

cantstandnuts

09-01-2009, 09:15 PM

That pic was already posted on the first page of this thread. She's lucky to be tall, there are a lot of really flattering things a taller person can wear.
IMO

Sure. I'm sure the same could be said about you and me, too, with the choices we make. She dresses very nicely most of the time. Do you always get it right? I know I don't.

So you know, I don't always have time to read every single post so I missed the pic. I apologize for suggesting that you searched for it. I was wrong about that, apparently.

Lady_Jean_La

09-01-2009, 10:28 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVpEr3kfWjc&feature=player_embedded

veracruz

09-01-2009, 11:14 PM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/karin-tanabe/the-unsung-heroes-of-wash_b_271709.html

Desiree Rogers? Best dressed Zulu Queen, maybe.

http://www.mardigrasdigest.com/Stories_Features/serv_story_0010.htm

veracruz

09-01-2009, 11:16 PM

Hillary had just turned 46 in October prior to President Clinton taking office in January 1993.

I remember she looked at lot younger at that time than Michelle does now. Hope Michelle ages as well as Hillary has.

Hillary looks great. She must have a great hairdresser and dermatologist. lol

imo

blueberri

09-01-2009, 11:59 PM

We have a difference of opinion. In this picture she's wearing something that I think would be great for one of her daughters. I didn't mention Laura Bush or Barbara Bush, you did, but I think that they both wore what other women their age were wearing.
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ZTsdiIlN_8s/SjHdIB5NI3I/AAAAAAAAIAo/LdDclBko8Do/s400/michelle_obama_westminster-london-6-09.jpgThere was no date in that link, maybe it was taken on Halloween? Good grief, why doesn't that woman do something about that overbite she has going on? :ohmy:

flareon

09-02-2009, 12:11 AM

I could be way out of line here and if I am I apologize in advance but none of those people were Acorn workers, were they?

:confused::confused:

I thought I saw some blue SEIU shirts sticking out of their coveralls. :biggrin:

blueberri

09-02-2009, 12:19 AM

That was when they were in London. I think she could look a lot better with a little thought and effort.
IMOGosh, she actually went out in public dressed like that? I don't know, but I would think she would have someone on her staff who could give her a bit of fashion advice.

Lady_Jean_La

09-02-2009, 12:37 AM

Gosh, she actually went out in public dressed like that? I don't know, but I would think she would have someone on her staff who could give her a bit of fashion advice.

She does. imo

Michelle Obama's secret style advisor revealed

http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2009/01/21/michelle-obama-s-secret-style-advisor-revealed.htm

And if you look at the designers whose collections she sells on her website, all are names we have become familiar with thanks to Mrs Obama

orangetaffy

09-02-2009, 01:40 AM

She does. imo

Michelle Obama's secret style advisor revealed

http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2009/01/21/michelle-obama-s-secret-style-advisor-revealed.htm

oooooooh Mrs. Obama wore Jimmy Choo's!

LOL this time last week I had never heard of Jimmy Choo's.

flareon

09-02-2009, 03:01 AM

oooooooh Mrs. Obama wore Jimmy Choo's!

LOL this time last week I had never heard of Jimmy Choo's.

There's a mayor in Baltimore who is facing legal issues. She is known for her fur coats and Jimmy Choo's. In fact, her nickname is "Shoe". :tongue:

ridrea

09-02-2009, 03:08 PM

Michelle is a lady of class. I am so relieved to see a woman of class and substance in the white hous again. it reminds me of the days of Jackie O. People talked about her also, but sour grapes are just that...sour.

There are many opinions of class but I'll agree with substance, probably lots of muscle there.
Spandex is a 'privilege', not a 'right'!

Lady_Jean_La

09-03-2009, 05:24 PM

http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20090902/us_time/09171191914700

Many Americans have dismissed this hair hubbub as simply more media-driven noise

blueberri

09-03-2009, 08:42 PM

There are many opinions of class but I'll agree with substance, probably lots of muscle there.
Spandex is a 'privilege', not a 'right'!LOL, too funny, Ridrea! I wonder if Spandex is politically correct?

veracruz

09-03-2009, 09:46 PM

LOL, too funny, Ridrea! I wonder if Spandex is politically correct?

I think she wears Spanx.

imo

ridrea

09-04-2009, 03:33 PM

I think she wears Spanx.

imo

Yes, I knew they claimed she wears Spanx but I was making reference to how tight she wears her clothes.

ridrea

09-04-2009, 03:36 PM

LOL, too funny, Ridrea! I wonder if Spandex is politically correct?

I think her fans say everything she does is PC, LOL! However, it appears the elite fashion bar has been lowered considerably.

jcboh

09-10-2009, 09:40 PM

That's a matter of opinion. To me she comes off as very "uppidy". makes me feel like if she ever shook my hand she would run off and shower for 3 days at the thought of having to touch me.
WOW do you know what the context of calling a black person "uppity" means. so very wrong!

jcboh

09-10-2009, 09:46 PM

orangetaffy

09-10-2009, 09:48 PM

WOW do know what the context of calling a black person "uppity" means. so very wrong!

doesnt matter to me if she is black, white, orange or pink with blue spots..she comes off as being "uppity", meaning she thinks she is better than everyone else.

jcboh

09-10-2009, 09:52 PM

I just don't know what to think about any of this.

She seems like a nice enough lady.

I read somewhere on a blog that she may dip or chew but I don't even know what that means for sure!

:confused::confused: If you don't what it is why spread the it god know there is no people on the net spreading LIES about our first family right?

jcboh

09-10-2009, 09:54 PM

doesnt matter to me if she is black, white, orange or pink with blue spots..she comes off as being "uppity", meaning she thinks she is better than everyone else.LOL okay that is about what I thought .Oh by the way there are no bule ,pink,orange race .

UnderPressur

09-10-2009, 10:54 PM

WOW do you know what the context of calling a black person "uppity" means. so very wrong!

What does it mean? I've never heard of this.
IMO

Lady_Jean_La

09-11-2009, 12:17 AM

MiamiNice1

09-11-2009, 02:35 AM

http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/09/10/farmers-market-near-white-house-is-approved/

Bernadine Prince, a co-director of Fresh Farm Markets, said she did not know whether First Lady Michelle Obama would show up for the market’s opening day or whether any produce from the White House garden would be available for sale.

Wasn't there a link a few months back about some kind of toxic stuff found in the whitehouse garden soil a while back? :confused:

Wonder if it was cleaned up?

imo

ABC

09-11-2009, 04:47 AM

Is this the gardening thread? For what it's worth, your use of the word toxic is incorrect, but why bother with the facts.
Excessive lead in the soil ain't toxic to the veggies? :scared::scared:

theal3

09-11-2009, 05:23 AM

EXCESSIVE lead? :lol: You forgot to include your link to that little beauty. :lol:

I recall reading that a month or so ago, and it was "unnamed sources..." said the soil was tested, and "lead" showed up, but it didn't say, toxic levels, natural, & that it might be due to how the Clintons recycled Whitehouse waste, for lawn care, and posters her slammed the First Lady for being "ignorant" about not testing soil before she planted the garden. All kinds of accusations, it was a regular "garden gate."

So guess they are bringing it up again. IMHO

jcboh

09-11-2009, 10:52 AM

What does it mean? I've never heard of this.
IMO
The idea that people act like they have never heard it used to describe blacks is funny .I think most people know that there was atime that in this country people of color had to "know there place" and when the were thought to not know that place the were called uppity . By have ing smarts or just standing up for yourself was called uppity.So when I hear our first lady called uppity it shocks me she has done nothing in public but seem kind and well meaning and yet people want to put her down .I thought the last Prez was an idiot but Laura seemed nice enough and I would never thought to put her down because I disagreed with Busch.

UnderPressur

09-11-2009, 01:03 PM

The idea that people act like they have never heard it used to describe blacks is funny .I think most people know that there was atime that in this country people of color had to "know there place" and when the were thought to not know that place the were called uppity . By have ing smarts or just standing up for yourself was called uppity.So when I hear our first lady called uppity it shocks me she has done nothing in public but seem kind and well meaning and yet people want to put her down .I thought the last Prez was an idiot but Laura seemed nice enough and I would never thought to put her down because I disagreed with Busch.
Thanks for the info. I guess you think it's funny that I haven't heard of it, but there's no acting. If I already knew I wouldn't have asked you.
IMO

MiamiNice1

09-11-2009, 01:15 PM

According to HuffPo, those "unnamed sources" are the National Park Service, and there were "highly elevated levels of lead -- 93 parts per million". Falls short of the 400 ppm to be considered a health threat, but I would want vulnerable children exposed to it.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/andrew-kimbrell/the-obama-organic-family_b_224398.html
Thanks for the memory jog, Lew. I certainly wouldn't want anyone exposed to the slightest hint of this danger. There are already enough dangerous things in the world to which we should avoid being exposed.

imo

daniel green

09-16-2009, 03:32 PM

To no one's great surprise, First Lady and fashion icon Michelle Obama has landed on People's best-dressed list. Mrs. Obama tells People "I don't consider myself a fashionista," which is why the magazine names her "Best Accessible Style," celebrating the fact that "she's made a signature style out of sleeveless sheaths and shown an uncanny knack for mixing high and low - wearing everything from Gap and J.Crew to Michael Kors and Narciso Rodriguez."

Read more at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/16/michelle-obama-makes-ipeo_n_288665.html

Lady_Jean_La

09-16-2009, 04:30 PM

I'm not surprised. imo

February

09-17-2009, 02:51 AM

Personally, I don't pay much attention to fashion and I think it is shallow to comment on what Michelle wears. ..even though she wears it well.

I wish more attention was focused on her outstanding intellect, education and accomplishments. She is probably the smartest First Lady who has ever graced the walls of the White House ..

Lady_Jean_La

09-17-2009, 11:59 AM

dinojen

09-17-2009, 12:02 PM

My choice for intellect would be Eleanor Roosevelt. But I think fashion shows she knows how to pick advisors. imo

Please add Laura Bush to that list... IMO..

jaxback

09-17-2009, 12:05 PM

My choice for intellect would be Eleanor Roosevelt. But I think fashion shows she knows how to pick advisors. imo

Really? You don't think she is capable of picking out her own wardrobe?

jaxback

09-17-2009, 12:06 PM

Please add Laura Bush to that list... IMO..

I agree. I happen to like MO's style more, personally, but in the more traditional vein, LB also has excellent taste. jmo

shiloh2000

09-17-2009, 12:16 PM

You have got to be kidding!

Lady_Jean_La

09-17-2009, 12:22 PM

Really? You don't think she is capable of picking out her own wardrobe?

http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2009/01/21/michelle-obama-s-secret-style-advisor-revealed.htm

jaxback

09-17-2009, 12:38 PM

http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2009/01/21/michelle-obama-s-secret-style-advisor-revealed.htm

Right, she owns a boutique in Chicago and is extremely influential. That hardly makes her a paid fashion advisor to MO as your post implies. Perhaps Mo actually has her own taste and style and their fashion sensibilities are simply sympatico. Too difficult to accept?

ABC

09-17-2009, 02:31 PM

I think Michelle needs Rachael Zoe who can make her look great and age appropriate.

Lady_Jean_La

09-17-2009, 04:32 PM

Right, she owns a boutique in Chicago and is extremely influential. That hardly makes her a paid fashion advisor to MO as your post implies. Perhaps Mo actually has her own taste and style and their fashion sensibilities are simply sympatico. Too difficult to accept?

Really, I can't see that implication. :confused:

Hey Paula

09-17-2009, 06:19 PM

I think MO is the worst dressed first lady. I'm not surprised People Magazine would say otherwise.

cbhope

09-17-2009, 06:38 PM

I think MO is the worst dressed first lady. I'm not surprised People Magazine would say otherwise.

I'm just wondering-the best dressed compared to what?

Lady_Jean_La

09-17-2009, 07:03 PM

I'm just wondering-the best dressed compared to what?Doesn't matter as long as the magazine sells. People love TOP lists. I love to guess who is being promoted, normally the least known on the list. imo

Lady_Jean_La

09-17-2009, 07:13 PM

AP

http://www.wtkr.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-us-michelle-obama-farmers-market,0,2594368.story

First Lady shops.

Lady_Jean_La

09-17-2009, 07:19 PM

George Washington U. student organization refuses to take part in Michelle Obama's service challenge

http://www.uwire.com/Article.aspx?id=4448350

Other students, however, said they feel the entire idea of students' not having their community service hours counted is the wrong way to show their discontent with the choice of Commencement speaker.

cbhope

09-17-2009, 07:35 PM

http://blog.livemint.com/livelounge/2009/09/17/peoples-10-best-dressed-list-and-red-carpet-dressing/

What is best accessible glamour?

Okay, so it could be the best dressed First Lady named Michelle Obama. I think she also may be the only one on that list come to think of it. :lol:

Hey Paula

09-17-2009, 08:57 PM

I'm just wondering-the best dressed compared to what?

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/celebrity/la-et-2007blackwell-pg%2C1%2C3704862.photogallery?coll=la-headlines-entnews

ABC

09-18-2009, 12:04 AM

I think MO is the worst dressed first lady. I'm not surprised People Magazine would say otherwise.

Obviously Michelle is not in the league of those awful outfits on the Worse Dressed List but that Chartruse number at the Inauguration, the prom dress and the flower puff dress at the National Catherdal were pretty bad, in my opinion. I do like the belts and love the $500 sneakers. The sweaters gotta go as does those young designers like Wo. I like the gal in Chicago dresses. Pinto? Michelle should stick with her and a few classic Channel Suits would be good, too. I think it is an age appropriate issue. I think Eleanor Roosevelt and Hillary Clinton very smart. Hillary actually practiced law and still has her law license. And Ms Woodrow Wilson made a decent President. My favorite is Dolly Madison.

cbhope

09-18-2009, 12:41 AM

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/celebrity/la-et-2007blackwell-pg%2C1%2C3704862.photogallery?coll=la-headlines-entnews

:lol::lol:

daniel green

09-18-2009, 03:29 PM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/17/michelle-obama-at-hispani_n_289698.html

ABC

09-18-2009, 04:05 PM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/17/michelle-obama-at-hispani_n_289698.html
The dress is terrific. The length better then anything she has worn and the ragged hemline is great for her legs. I think the hairdo is bad and she needs to keep it free flowing.

Hey Paula

09-18-2009, 04:05 PM

Michelle Obama's First 100 Days Of Style: VOTE For Her Best And Worst Outfits (SLIDESHOW, POLL)

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/04/28/michelle-obamas-first-100_n_191987.html

daniel green

09-18-2009, 04:11 PM

Michelle Obama's First 100 Days Of Style: VOTE For Her Best And Worst Outfits (SLIDESHOW, POLL)

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/04/28/michelle-obamas-first-100_n_191987.html

How about that? My favorite seems to be the leading candidate for the most votes!

Attending the NATO concert on April 3rd in a dress by Azzedine Alaia

jammies

09-19-2009, 11:33 AM

And there is NO explaing this:

http://cache.static.tsavo.com/wordpress/uploads/2009/08/michelle-obama-shorts-sm.jpg

I'm embarrassed for her. Dear lawd....... someone remind her she's the FIRST LADY!

Lady_Jean_La

09-19-2009, 01:13 PM

And there is NO explaing this:

http://cache.static.tsavo.com/wordpress/uploads/2009/08/michelle-obama-shorts-sm.jpg

That looks very normal to me.

MiamiNice1

09-19-2009, 02:50 PM

Not with Air Force One and all of the press there. I think she could have changed later. I'm sure it was hot, but other pictures showed military in full uniform, and men in suits.
IMO
Exactly, Bohemian. This is very unbecoming for a First Lady - even more so with the contrast of the military standing there.

imo

Lady_Jean_La

09-19-2009, 07:05 PM

Not with Air Force One and all of the press there. I think she could have changed later. I'm sure it was hot, but other pictures showed military in full uniform, and men in suits.
IMO

Change has come to the White House. imo

daniel green

09-24-2009, 12:38 PM

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32998702/ns/politics-white_house/

Lady_Jean_La

09-24-2009, 04:38 PM

http://www.kansascity.com/stargazing/story/1462369.html

Gives a whole new meaning to glad-handing, doesn't it?

veracruz

09-25-2009, 06:11 AM

Class and Elegance. A perfect first lady ..shades of Jackie Kennedy.

Oh, please. She's no Jackie Kennedy. :rolleyes:

imo

Philly

09-25-2009, 08:33 AM

Oh, please. She's no Jackie Kennedy. :rolleyes:

imo

Jackie Kennedy was an elegant woman who contributed to the White House with art and renovations. That is the only thing she was known to do during Kennedy's presidency. She was admired as a fashionista throughout the country. Now we have a first lady who is a lawyer. Think what you want, she has more to offer than Jackie ever did.

daniel green

09-25-2009, 01:52 PM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/25/michelle-obama-welcomes-g_n_299644.html

Terrific! Serving dinner of locally grown food on a working farm!

daniel green

09-25-2009, 01:55 PM

On Wednesday afternoon, the Obamas flew from New York, where the president spoke before the U.N. General Assembly and met with world leaders, to Pittsburgh for the G-20 Summit. For the flight, Mrs. Obama wore a sheer teal dress with silver flats. She's preparing to play hostess to the G-20 spouses, with a jam-packed itinerary that includes dinner at Teresa Heinz Kerry's farm and lunch at the Andy Warhol Museum. See photos of Mrs. Obama's dress below:

Read more at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/24/michelle-obamas-sheer-dre_n_298702.html

I think it is so sweet to see the President is just crazy about her. :wub:

daniel green

09-25-2009, 05:08 PM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/25/best-g-20-pittsburgh-phot_n_300054.html?slidenumber=0#slide_image

Lady_Jean_La

09-25-2009, 06:01 PM

I think she has surrounded herself with really great advisors. :hat:

History Buff

09-25-2009, 06:11 PM

Like when she said talking about Barak she was proud of her country for the FIRST time in her adult life?

shiloh2000

09-25-2009, 06:27 PM

I don't see what the big deal is. IMO anyone married to him would be to be the best and only the best First Lady always.

Much ado about nothing.

cbhope

09-25-2009, 06:52 PM

I think they better be very careful in using Michelle for much beyond photo ops. Allowing her to open her mouth and speak about any of the heated arguments that are criss crossing our country will be a huge mistake. She has a way of really offending people, she cannot help it as that is just the way she is. Obama does not need the added distraction of trying to explain and defend his wife.

There are many people who do not find her the least bit of a positive for our country.

She appears to be a very angry woman.

And apparently, the only way she could get anyone to her 'party' was to lure them with trinkets. Wonder how much this cost us. :mad:

Michelle Obama's gift to lure G-20 spouses to Pittsburgh

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/washington/2009/09/michelle-obama-g20-summit-gifts.html

My opinion on the design - BLECH!! Looks like something my grandmother would have used for everyday dishes rather than something designed for a special occasion. Platinum and Purple? EWWWWW!!!!

shiloh2000

09-25-2009, 07:04 PM

She appears to be a very angry woman.

And apparently, the only way she could get anyone to her 'party' was to lure them with trinkets. Wonder how much this cost us. :mad:

Michelle Obama's gift to lure G-20 spouses to Pittsburgh

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/washington/2009/09/michelle-obama-g20-summit-gifts.html

My opinion on the design - BLECH!! Looks like something my grandmother would have used for everyday dishes rather than something designed for a special occasion. Platinum and Purple? EWWWWW!!!!

OMG! She had to bribe people to come?????

dinojen

09-25-2009, 09:07 PM

And to my amazement, once again, any criticism of the first lady has to be based on race? That is totally not fair and untrue. I love all people of any color I just happen to very much dislike Michelle Obama.

I guess by now we need to realize any criticism of either of them is always considered a racial issue.:rolleyes:

Not everyone is in love with MO or BO.. just like everyone I'm sure wasn't crazy about other first ladies... but for someone these two are held to a higher level and are not to be criticized..

Personally I find them both very arrogant... JMVHO which I am more than entitled to...:wink:

cbhope

09-25-2009, 11:36 PM

The first beehive! :lol: :patriot:

You better watch what you say, we might have a Beehive Czar if you say anything too loudly!! :laugh:

cbhope

09-25-2009, 11:37 PM

From the article above:

"The White House honey produced for this occasion came from the First Beehive, located on White House property near the First Lady’s White House Kitchen Garden."

I will not go there, I will not...........

My thoughts exactly but as you say, I will not go there.....

BESTFRIEND

09-26-2009, 01:05 AM

You better watch what you say, we might have a Beehive Czar if you say anything too loudly!! :laugh:

Would that be a czzzzzar?

trainer6

09-26-2009, 01:10 AM

You better watch what you say, we might have a Beehive Czar if you say anything too loudly!! :laugh:

And another busy work job created. :biggrin:

daniel green

09-26-2009, 01:41 AM

OMG! She had to bribe people to come?????

Laughed out loud.

Truly, laughed out loud.

Of all the silly things to allege.

IaNsSyAlNuE

09-26-2009, 01:47 AM

daniel green

09-26-2009, 01:48 AM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/25/g-20-spouses-tour-pittsbu_n_300206.html

trainer6

09-26-2009, 04:25 AM

Laughed out loud.

Truly, laughed out loud.

Of all the silly things to allege.

You are a hoot.

And don't sell yourself short. Try some of the sycophant musings. Now they can get you to laugh out loud.

ABC

09-26-2009, 04:28 AM

I wouldn't have chosen that china for myself, but it is adequate imo. I just find the words "lure" and the honey kind of funny and ironic. Good thing she doesn't have White House vinegar for luring! :tonguewag:
I love the china and the honey pot. Hope I get lured me to an event so I can have this beautiful set for my digs. I don't perceive Michelle as an angry woman, at all. She can only be a good role model to the woman of the Country. She worked hard to get an education and touts the value of an education. Nothing wrong with that. She's fine.

daniel green

09-26-2009, 01:26 PM

I love the china and the honey pot. Hope I get lured me to an event so I can have this beautiful set for my digs. I don't perceive Michelle as an angry woman, at all. She can only be a good role model to the woman of the Country. She worked hard to get an education and touts the value of an education. Nothing wrong with that. She's fine.

I do, too, ABC. And of course she is not an angry woman. Why on earth would she be angry? :confused: She seems exceptionally warm and she reaches out to hug folks. She is very warm with her daughters and her husband, obviously, adores her.

There are always traditional gifts from the hostess of these interational events and I thought that including the WH honey was a very nice touch.

You've got a good head on your shoulders, ABC. I love your common sense, my friend.

ABC

09-26-2009, 02:42 PM

Yes, and we all know why, don't we Suzy?
Well no, WE ALL don't know WHY. :blink::blink:
One becomes a First Lady or First Dude by being married to the Office Holder. It is not a "just happens" deal.

BESTFRIEND

09-26-2009, 02:46 PM

I do, too, ABC. And of course she is not an angry woman. Why on earth would she be angry? :confused: She seems exceptionally warm and she reaches out to hug folks. She is very warm with her daughters and her husband, obviously, adores her.

There are always traditional gifts from the hostess of these interational events and I thought that including the WH honey was a very nice touch.

You've got a good head on your shoulders, ABC. I love your common sense, my friend.

Can you just accept the fact that not everyone likes or admires MO? I can't imagine that you have liked all of the people that you have seen.
IMO

Dustee

09-26-2009, 03:44 PM

Some people refuse to accept the fact we have a first lady who is elegant, highly educated, a wonderful mother, and just happens to be married to the President of the United States.
<snipped>

Is there some other way of being First Lady, other than being married to the President?

Lady_Jean_La

09-26-2009, 04:52 PM

Is there some other way of being First Lady, other than being married to the President?

Yes.

http://historicalbiographies.suite101.com/article.cfm/harriet_lane

In 1856, James Buchanan became America's only bachelor president. Interestingly, his niece, Harriet Lane, was the first woman to be called "First Lady."

daniel green

09-26-2009, 05:05 PM

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/33007208/ns/today-white_house/

AP story

daniel green

09-26-2009, 05:12 PM

Following a hectic week meeting with world leaders, President Barack Obama took some time out Saturday to play father-in-chief, cheering on his daughter, Malia at her soccer game. A casual Obama, along with the first lady, brought their dog Bo along for the family outing. The first couple did not stay for the whole game, but the crowd cheered goodbye when they left. The President responded, "Goodbye! Good Luck!"

http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/09/26/first-family-cheers-on-malia/

Fairlady

09-26-2009, 05:24 PM

Yes.

http://historicalbiographies.suite101.com/article.cfm/harriet_lane

WOW Lady .... I say it all the time .... I learn something new every day !! Seriously, I didn't know that.

Lady_Jean_La

09-26-2009, 06:47 PM

WOW Lady .... I say it all the time .... I learn something new every day !! Seriously, I didn't know that.

I do too. My state had a single governor and we had many First Ladies. imo

Lady_Jean_La

09-26-2009, 09:37 PM

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/feedarticle/8726154

Mrs. Obama could hardly contain her excitement as she said country crooner Trisha Yearwood, "another of my favorites," and cellist Yo-Yo Ma would be performing.

Lady_Jean_La

09-26-2009, 10:15 PM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/26/the-obamas-many-double-da_n_300970.html?slidenumber=5#slide_image

fashion slideshow

IaNsSyAlNuE

09-27-2009, 12:34 AM

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/26/the-obamas-many-double-da_n_300970.html?slidenumber=5#slide_image

fashion slideshow

Wow, I always forget how tall she is. She towers over every man in the photos-- except Obama.

I don't see my favorite from I believe Pittsburg--It was a sundress-- light or white-- small straps. Very sweet dress. The dress in the above photos has a very slimming effect with the cut at the hips-- I like it.

ABC

09-27-2009, 12:53 AM

Wow, I always forget how tall she is. She towers over every man in the photos-- except Obama.

I don't see my favorite from I believe Pittsburg--It was a sundress-- light or white-- small straps. Very sweet dress. The dress in the above photos has a very slimming effect with the cut at the hips-- I like it.
I like the dress in the photo.

Jayne

09-28-2009, 04:04 AM

Oh..fgs...she doesn't want to be Jackie O and she couldn't..nobody could. No one is going to have that sense of style, class and public appearance that Jackie had (and Diana..Princess of Wales..even in her most casual attire..she was "classy").

She's made her "signature'..isn't it that "cardigan"..wrapped around her with that wide "Waist" belt to hold it in place, often? That's her style. I don't like it..but that's her. At least she is sending the message that you don't need a 24 inch waist to accentuate one. And, I mean that sincerely.

The inaugural dress..was from the 60s..it was Awful, IMO, ..like a doll on top of a wedding cake..but that is her style, I guess. (Had one of those (cheap..from Sears, probably)..when I was about 12 years old..the photo? LONG BURNED!) I've seen a few photos of her in her fashions where it goes with my taste..but i'm not the First Lady..and I can't dis her for what she wears..except to say...I don't like 90% of it..I think it isn't professional looking and is frumpy, at best. But..that's Michelle. It's ok. Will make a great family album? It's a matter of taste and culture, I suppose. Lord knows I regret things I've worn in family photos..but I wasn't the First Lady..Thank Goodness. As for not spending a lot of money..I'm sorry..but even if I could afford it..I would not sport a pair of $500 sneakers to go to volunteer at a food shelter...and have it PUBLICIZED??!! Spend the $500 on a nice suit a Really Nice Suit - OK..being the President's wife..maybe that would be just a "downpayment"?

this is just about clothing.

jmo

J

Wonder if they'll buy their girls the new American Girl Doll...Homeless Gwen? Goes with the Economy, I suppose.

StickyBeak

09-28-2009, 10:38 AM

I've only seen her dress in three things I thought she looked nice.
First, the Inauguration suit, not the gown, second, the Portrait black dress and the Heads of state, orange dress. All other time she lookes like she is coming or going to a picnic. Carla Bruni Sarkozy, now that lady is a Jackie O.
All my opinion

Lady_Jean_La

09-28-2009, 12:38 PM

Read Helpful Hints board:

NO PHOTO'S CAN BE PRINTED W/O SOURCE AND CREDIT TO PHOTOG.

Is giving a link to State Department Flickr stream the same as PRINTING photos? Government photographers are never given credit. imo :confused:

Lady_Jean_La

09-28-2009, 03:59 PM

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/09/michelle_obama_does_jason_wu_s.html

Getty Images

Lady_Jean_La

09-30-2009, 02:28 PM

http://washingtontimes.com/news/2009/sep/30/michelle-obama-arrives-copenhagen/?feat=home_themes_tab2_featured

AP

Washington Times video

Lady_Jean_La

09-30-2009, 02:32 PM

http://www.cnn.com/video/?/video/politics/2009/09/28/dcl.henry.obama.olympics.cnn

Olympic campaign like presidential campaign.

CANDYKISSES

09-30-2009, 03:42 PM

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/09/michelle_obama_does_jason_wu_s.html

Getty Images

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/04/michelle_obama_slideshow.html#photo=1

The above link to THE LOOK BOOK is by far the best collection of photos I've seen yet. They have captured the many beautiful looks of FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA with a few casuals as well. I'm not a fan of the really casual photos, but I am a BIG FAN of her occasions collection. She is a trend setting First Lady IMO. :thumbup:

daniel green

10-02-2009, 01:11 AM

First Lady Michelle Obama capped off her second day in Copenhagen by attending the opening ceremonies of the the 121st International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session at the Copenhagen Opera House on Thursday night. She was with fellow Chicagoan Oprah Winfrey. The first lady wore a pumpkin colored dress while Oprah went for black ruffles. See photos of what Michelle was wearing in Copenhagen on Wednesday and Thursday. Scroll down for the pool report.

Read more at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/10/01/michelle-obama-oprah-visi_n_306856.html

daniel green

10-02-2009, 01:13 AM

After wowing Copenhagen with fabulous fashion and Oprah WInfrey on Wednesday, First Lady Michelle Obama didn't disappoint on Day 2. She held meetings with Denmark's Prince Henrik and International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Jacques Rogge. Get a closer look below.

Read more at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/10/01/michelle-obama-copenhagen_n_306100.html

Lady_Jean_La

10-07-2009, 01:26 PM

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ynews/ynews_pl944

Michelle Obama's press secretary, Katie McCormick Lelyveld, confirmed that 24 was an accurate count of staffers working for the current first lady.

Carol25

10-07-2009, 02:25 PM

Seriously, someone needs to explain to Michelle that those high-waisted belts, pleats, and gathers accentuate the fact that she is pear shaped. MO
I would have to agree about the high waists on her. They aren't flattering. During the campaign I thought she had a nice figure so I interpreted this high waist business, that she just wasn't ready to tell the world she is "with child!"

Matter of fact I just saw the pic with her in a red dress that was form fitting and it does appear that she has gained some natural weight in her tummy or I am right. Three is a nice number. Have three gc myself. :smile:

Jayne

10-07-2009, 08:48 PM

Seriously, someone needs to explain to Michelle that those high-waisted belts, pleats, and gathers accentuate the fact that she is pear shaped. MO

I agree. I usually "Hate" talk about fashion...like in the PS Trials and OTHER areas. But, I will, since there is such a "flurry" about how wonderful the FLOTUS appears in her Fashions. These outfits look ridiculous for the most part. At least Hillary did her best to accentuate her "good parts" and take distraction from her "legs"..NOT that the FLOTUS needs to be a Fashion Statement ANYWAY, IMO. Like I've said..I'm glad Michelle wears those belts and accentuates a large waist..but I've wondered too..is she pregnant? Why not? Another Child born in the White House? When was the last (only)? Grover Cleveland, I believe (but I can be wrong). The Kennedy's had Patrick, but he died 2 days after birth...not long before JFK did at an assassins bullet.

I don't know..maybe it's just the Good Food at the WH and all those European Jaunts and eating out? I don't fault her for her "size" at all...it "fits her", more or less. But I just think she could wear more flattering clothing, especially being the FLOTUS. When I read a post that said "skinny blue pants"..I almost didn't want to open it. There is a time and place for those kinds of leggings and I'd say it ISN'T in PUBLIC unless you can pull it off, fashionably. If she is not pregnant, then she's enjoying her (ONE) stint in the WH with all that food, travel, European cuisine, etc. Good for her. She's not embarrassed about it and isn't putting forth an "anorexic" image to the women in the US. (don't know why I keep defending her! Because...I could never stand her "stand". Lived in Princeton and Boston..and I never knew of her dirtying her hands or stepping her $500 sneakers/shoes into the downtrodden areas that were just as bad as areas in Chicago.)

jmo

J

Lady_Jean_La

10-07-2009, 09:29 PM

She wasn't wearing leggings. What are you talking about?

When Michelle Obama arrived for the groundbreaking of the White House Kitchen Garden on Friday morning, she was dressed in head-to-toe black, layering a long cardigan over a turtleneck and leggings, and patent leather boots.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/03/20/michelle-obamas-glamorous_n_177528.html

Lady_Jean_La

10-07-2009, 09:43 PM

That's a different picture from the skinny blue pants up link - they were a bright blue.

That dark blue outfit in your link looks great to me, leggings and all.

I wasn't sure which photo was being discussed. :wub:

BESTFRIEND

10-07-2009, 10:51 PM

No problem! :thumbup:
I think she tries to look much younger and it isn't working. That's not unusual, a lot of women do it.
IMO

ExArkie

10-07-2009, 11:15 PM

She's not old so there's no reason for her to dress like a granny just yet. :laugh:

I'm old enough to be a great-granny and I HATE her clothes - love her; but, those sweaters........ITA, she should speak to Laura Bush!!

ABC

10-08-2009, 01:45 AM

I'm old enough to be a great-granny and I HATE her clothes - love her; but, those sweaters........ITA, she should speak to Laura Bush!!
No, no. I can't stand those pant suits on either Laura or Hillary and hate pastels. I agree the sweaters have to go and Jason Wu too. His stuff is for the Paris Hilton crowd, not a 47 year old woman. The hem line needs to be below the knee and I think Channal Suits would look terrific on her. Get rid of the multicolored tulip dresses. Like the shoes and the belts and Pinto in Chicago. Stick with the classics. Get Rachael Zoe.

Roux

10-08-2009, 11:32 AM

lol - I don't know. I've read 50 is supposed to be the "new 40."

I'll agree with that, and I think I read that size 14 is the new size 10! LOL.

Some of MO's outfits have been lovely but she is very inconsistent. I think faux pas outfits outweigh the tasteful and sophisticated so far. Tim Gunn should be a stylist for her. IMO his taste is impeccable.

Lady_Jean_La

10-12-2009, 07:06 PM

http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/politics/First-Lady-Action-Figure-Out-Next-Month-63965902.html

Even action figure Michelle is fashion forward

Lady_Jean_La

10-12-2009, 07:34 PM

http://juneauempire.com/stories/101109/nei_503560788.shtml

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Girl Scouts of the USA is pleased to announce that First Lady Michelle Obama has agreed to serve as its Honorary National President.

Annie143

10-21-2009, 01:18 AM

ABC

10-21-2009, 01:26 AM

I am not a huge fan of MO and I had really begun to resent the incessant hammering about what a fashion goddess she was. I just couldnt see it. But, I will say I have looked through the Look Book or whatever it was called and in some of those, she was lovely and very stylish. I like the slim sheath look, there was a black dress with a longer hem that really slimmed her up to me, and I thought several of the white capri outfits with a casual top was nice. That was much better than the short blue shorts that so much has been made of. That was definitely a fashion faux pas and showed a singular lack of respect for her postion, to me.

The high waist, big belt, tuplip skirt is not for her. I couldnt wear it either.

I just wish it wasnt crammed down my throat how wonderful she looks when sometimes she looks downright frumpy. I didnt always think Princess Di looked as good as the mags stated but she didnt miss as often as Mrs. Obama has. Go for the longer hem, sheath look, in those wonderful bright colors that go so good with her warm complexion tones.

I like the kitten heels and love the metallic ones. I like the belts. That dress with the longer hem was perfect for her and fell at the right place for her legs, in my opinion. Dump the sweaters, Tulip dresses, the flower dresses, pom poms and any thing that is not age appropriate for a 45 year old. She does okay most of the time but needs to stay away from those avant quard designers. Would love to see her in Chanel Suits.Per Princess Diane, I thought her hair style in the last years of her life was awful. I like MO when her hair is full.

RockPause

10-21-2009, 01:29 AM

I am not a huge fan of MO and I had really begun to resent the incessant hammering about what a fashion goddess she was. I just couldnt see it. But, I will say I have looked through the Look Book or whatever it was called and in some of those, she was lovely and very stylish. I like the slim sheath look, there was a black dress with a longer hem that really slimmed her up to me, and I thought several of the white capri outfits with a casual top was nice. That was much better than the short blue shorts that so much has been made of. That was definitely a fashion faux pas and showed a singular lack of respect for her postion, to me.

The high waist, big belt, tuplip skirt is not for her. I couldnt wear it either.

I just wish it wasnt crammed down my throat how wonderful she looks when sometimes she looks downright frumpy. I didnt always think Princess Di looked as good as the mags stated but she didnt miss as often as Mrs. Obama has. Go for the longer hem, sheath look, in those wonderful bright colors that go so good with her warm complexion tones.:shrug: Not a problem, it's your right.

However, as to the fashion queens and parental "experts" who critized the First Family for appropriately dressing the girls in cute shorts and T-shirts, while visiting Rome in the hot summer. :lol: Can really "hear" the critics, if the girls had been laden down with suits and followed by fan bearers.

As for the First Lady ever appearing "frumpy"? GMAB Cite one slide from this show to support your assertion.

The First Family (http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/M9meu3FVGsk/White+House+Debuts+Obamas+New+Dog+Bo+Portuguese)

RockPause

10-21-2009, 01:34 AM

I like the kitten heals and loved the metallic ones. I like the belts. That dress with the longer hem was perfect for her and fell at the right place for her legs, in my opinion. Dump the sweaters, Tulip dresses, the flower dresses, pom poms and any thing that is not age appropriate for a 45 year old. She does okay most of the time but needs to stay away from those avant quard designers. Would love to see her in Chanel Suits.Per Princess Diane, I thought her hair style in the last years of her life was awful. I like MO when her hair is full.Au contraire. Appropriate for a woman of 45? :lol:

Woman of 25 should look this good: The First Lady and Bo. (http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/M9meu3FVGsk/White+House+Debuts+Obamas+New+Dog+Bo+Portuguese)

FWIW The President and the girls look great, too. :thumbsup:

ABC

10-21-2009, 01:58 AM

Au contraire. Appropriate for a woman of 45? :lol:

Woman of 25 should look this good: The First Lady and Bo. (http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/M9meu3FVGsk/White+House+Debuts+Obamas+New+Dog+Bo+Portuguese)

FWIW The President and the girls look great, too. :thumbsup:
Sadly Rock, some of the stuff MO wears is more 25 year old orientated. Like the Prom Dress at the Inaugural Ball and that chartruse number. The Tulip flower dresses are awful and she should only wear dresses that fall below the knee to flatter her legs, in my opinion only, of course.

RockPause

10-21-2009, 02:37 AM

Sadly Rock, some of the stuff MO wears is more 25 year old orientated. Like the Prom Dress at the Inaugural Ball and that chartruse number. The Tulip flower dresses are awful and she should only wear dresses that fall below the knee to flatter her legs, in my opinion only, of course.To which you have a link? Or, are we expected to take your omitted IMO for fact? Please, show us ONE picture in which the First Lady is not styling.

juliekan

10-21-2009, 05:02 AM

To which you have a link? Or, are we expected to take your omitted IMO for fact? Please, show us ONE picture in which the First Lady is not styling.

<my bolding>

Originally Posted by ABC
Sadly Rock, some of the stuff MO wears is more 25 year old orientated. Like the Prom Dress at the Inaugural Ball and that chartruse number. The Tulip flower dresses are awful and she should only wear dresses that fall below the knee to flatter her legs, in my opinion only, of course.

I think this is a very subjective topic. Most pics of Michelle are gorgeous, with the occasional outfit the I find not so flattering (one sheer blue dress looked like something my mom would wear, and she's 84). But that's just My Opinion. I'm no fashionista!

Overall, i think she beats my jeans, t-shirt, and old tennies out any day. But this is JUST MY OPINION.

ABC

10-21-2009, 11:26 AM

Annie143

10-21-2009, 09:36 PM

Michelle is classy, sassy, sophisticated and so intelligent she would put her critics to shame after one minute of conversation.
People know who and what she is and that bothers those who choose to critique her. It is so obvious is funny. It's that darn green-eyed monster rearing it's ugly head. Oh, FGS ! I critiqued many and I am not green eyed with jealousy. No one said anything about her not being classy, sophisticated or intelligent but she does make some fashion missteps and not because some designer says so but because she looks FRUMPY when she could look wonderful.....re the burnt orange sheath dress. Totallly WOW. Lose the tulip, short styles. What is wrong with saying that ? No one said the girls had to be dressed up for the trip to Rome ? MO should not have had on the too short shorts on the occasion I saw the picture. She is the First Lady of America for Gods sake ! The men were in suits and the military was in full dress. Even the white capris with a lovely blouse would have been more appropriate and darn sure not too hot.

Annie143

10-21-2009, 09:45 PM

RockPause

10-21-2009, 10:58 PM

I didnt want to page through the whole book again but this look, though in a casual setting, I thought was wrong. I do like to see her with her hair up. But, the too short dress and boufant (?) skirt with the small sweater just didnt do it for me.

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/04/michelle_obama_slideshow.html#photo=32

There were a few others. But, it is a small matter to me. I rarely hunt for pictures of her and am only commenting in a casual way. Too bad it cant be taken that way.Thank you for the photo link! My two particular favorites were these two: http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/04/michelle_obama_slideshow.html#photo=45

and

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/04/michelle_obama_slideshow.html#photo=50

And any pictures of the First Family with Bo. http://www4.pictures.gi.zimbio.com/White+House+Debuts+Obamas+New+Dog+Bo+Portuguese+Er Jm4_LxMCSl.jpg

Jayne

10-21-2009, 11:09 PM

Oh, FGS ! I critiqued many and I am not green eyed with jealousy. No one said anything about her not being classy, sophisticated or intelligent but she does make some fashion missteps and not because some designer says so but because she looks FRUMPY when she could look wonderful.....re the burnt orange sheath dress. Totallly WOW. Lose the tulip, short styles. What is wrong with saying that ? No one said the girls had to be dressed up for the trip to Rome ? MO should not have had on the too short shorts on the occasion I saw the picture. She is the First Lady of America for Gods sake ! The men were in suits and the military was in full dress. Even the white capris with a lovely blouse would have been more appropriate and darn sure not too hot.

IA. I applaud her, in a great sense, for not attempting to look like an anorexic model (or any model) and dressing in attire I may not like, but looks good on her. Many times, however, I agree, she looks frumpy and as if she doesn't get that she is the First Lady and should go out in public dressed appropriately. What she wear on the WH lawn and in her garden is one thing, but in the presence of the military and government and Media, dress with respect. As you said, white slacks and a nice blouse would be appropriate if not top fashion and certainly respectful.

I love being frumpy these days - I have no reason to do otherwise unless an interview or a job now and then - it's fun, easy, and less laundry, in a sense. But, never, ever, would I walk out of the WH in some of those outfits whether I was skinny, middle, or a bit hefty (and I do NOT consider her hefty, BTW). How ridiculous would BHO look in madras shorts at some media photo opportunity? The kids, never mind them, they are kids-let them be kids-they dont' need to be models or even get into the latest fashion, but at certain places, dress appropriately.

Old Fashioned..I am. It's just my opinion here. I don't consider them less intellligent or capable because of their fashion, but I do consider some of those photo opportunities to not have been thought out..or caught "on camera"..like Jackie O..when she was braless..in that sweater and white capris..but..BUT..she looked Great Nonetheless. MO isn't Jackie and I don't expect her to be. I just think those cardigans should stay inside the WH...she's an attractive woman, but they make her look "frumpy". What happened to all her lawyer suits?

jmo

J

ABC

10-21-2009, 11:18 PM

Jayne

10-21-2009, 11:54 PM

Googling the Michelle Obama law license, I found that she gave up her law license in 1993. Is listed as Voluntarily inactive and not licensed to practice law with a further note that it was a Court ordered Inactive Status. So I quess the 1993 Suits are over the hill.

OH..dang..I had about 8 that won't fit her and don't fit me anymore..pity, and they weren't cheap, so I gave them to a Woman's Shelter for women who are trying to get back to work and need suits.

Those court suits never go out of fashion..pinstripes..two or three piece..nice fabric...pick a tie or nice shirt and or blouse. They're never over the hill..'cept perhaps Capitol Hill?

If she went voluntarily, that's no strike against her..she just decided not to pay the dues per year to practice law...she can reinstate. If she had to retire (as NY would require if not active) then she couldn't practice again without taking the Bar again.

jmo

J

MaybytheBay

10-22-2009, 12:18 AM

Michelle O. - She looks good in the vibrant colours -she most often wears....rather than muted-neutral tones.....just an opinion...
She carries flamboyant colours very well.

ABC

10-22-2009, 12:29 AM

OH..dang..I had about 8 that won't fit her and don't fit me anymore..pity, and they weren't cheap, so I gave them to a Woman's Shelter for women who are trying to get back to work and need suits.

Those court suits never go out of fashion..pinstripes..two or three piece..nice fabric...pick a tie or nice shirt and or blouse. They're never over the hill..'cept perhaps Capitol Hill?

If she went voluntarily, that's no strike against her..she just decided not to pay the dues per year to practice law...she can reinstate. If she had to retire (as NY would require if not active) then she couldn't practice again without taking the Bar again.

jmo

J
I know nothing about Law Licenses but what does the notation "Court Ordered Inactive Status" mean in 1993?
I did the same thing with my Eileen Fisher, Dress for Success, Suits too.

Jayne

10-22-2009, 12:39 AM

Michelle O. - She looks good in the vibrant colours -she most often wears....rather than muted-neutral tones.....just an opinion...
She carries flamboyant colours very well.

Yes, she does...I totally agree with you.

Orange..the right hue. Fushia...Teal...

but please no more of those Prom Dresses. But, one can never miss Black and White..and add a little Red. MO can't do PINK where JO could. MO seems to like yellow? SO OK. She can look great in some costumes/outfits..but I want to see her in a long flowing gown in Green.

jmo

J

Jayne

10-22-2009, 12:46 AM

I know nothing about Law Licenses but what does the notation "Court Ordered Inactive Status" mean in 1993?
I did the same thing with my Eileen Fisher, Dress for Success, Suits too.

It probably means she didn't pay her dues..was put inactive then billed. If she did it voluntarily, it wouldn't be Court Ordered. I still will not dis her for this...but she could have afforded to do it the right way and that wasn't right..but who knows what was going on in her life at that time, maybe she was spent up in household stuff and forgot the bill? She obviously was not disbarrred, which means something worse than not paying the dues..much worse.

Heck..we could have had a yard sale for those Eileen Fisher, Dress for Success, Suits! I still have 2! Size 2.

jmo

J

ABC

10-22-2009, 01:09 AM

It probably means she didn't pay her dues..was put inactive then billed. If she did it voluntarily, it wouldn't be Court Ordered. I still will not dis her for this...but she could have afforded to do it the right way and that wasn't right..but who knows what was going on in her life at that time, maybe she was spent up in household stuff and forgot the bill? She obviously was not disbarrred, which means something worse than not paying the dues..much worse.

Heck..we could have had a yard sale for those Eileen Fisher, Dress for Success, Suits! I still have 2! Size 2.

jmo

J
Mine were size 8 and will never get into an 8 again. As they are so timeless and the materials so extraordinary, I hope the gals who bought the suits are enjoying them as much as we did.
I don't know what happened to MO's law license but just relaying what I read on the google search including the notation that it is Court Order Inactive Status. My RN license is active although will probably never practice again.

juliekan

10-22-2009, 01:17 AM

I didnt want to page through the whole book again but this look, though in a casual setting, I thought was wrong. I do like to see her with her hair up. But, the too short dress and boufant (?) skirt with the small sweater just didnt do it for me.

http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/04/michelle_obama_slideshow.html#photo=32

There were a few others. But, it is a small matter to me. I rarely hunt for pictures of her and am only commenting in a casual way. Too bad it cant be taken that way.

thank you for posting this, it's a lot of terrific pictures. she looks like a million dollars in most of them. i wish i had someone to "dress" me! some beautiful outfits.

Annie143

10-22-2009, 09:42 AM

You are welcome. I enjoyed finding it and really felt like I got a better picture of Michelle Obama, as a person. They are supposed to keep updating it is what I think I read.

Annie143

10-22-2009, 11:29 AM

rockpause, two really beautiful looks for her. I loved the vibrant colors, too. I might like a little more sleeve. I know, nitpicking.:smile: It is good.

Carol25

10-22-2009, 12:02 PM

Seriously, why do 'people' feel the need to disrespect the First Lady???
I believe everyone always comments on the First Lady's dress. It's traditional. Some outfits are stunning on her, while I also agree with the high waist makes her look heavier. I even thought she was "with child"!

It really not disrespecting the First Lady, just nonsense that everyone gets involved with. Just like watch the pageants and awards shows to see the dresses of the wealthy.

I really don't think anyone means to disrespect her. (Maybe her designer, though, lol!)
JMO

syringa

10-22-2009, 12:10 PM

I believe everyone always comments on the First Lady's dress. It's traditional. Some outfits are stunning on her, while I also agree with the high waist makes her look heavier. I even thought she was "with child"!

It really not disrespecting the First Lady, just nonsense that everyone gets involved with. Just like watch the pageants and awards shows to see the dresses of the wealthy.

I really don't think anyone means to disrespect her. (Maybe her designer, though, lol!)
JMO

You are right. People always critique the appearance of those in the spotlight. That is how some people decided MichelleO is a fashion icon.

I don't like the majority of her choices. I do not blame her designer because she probalby has the last word and gives him/her guidance on what she wants. From where I sit, I think she tries too hard to be different and have a style of her own. It isn't working for me, but if it floats her boat to look like she does, that is her business.

Carol25

10-22-2009, 12:31 PM

I find it petty, disrespectful and vindictive. Why didn't we dis barb when she was the first lady?
Barbara Bush? I don't think anyone expected her to dress as a fashion icon. That wasn't her personality. Mrs. Bush was just a friendly older lady that everyone respected. Matter of fact, the same goes for Laura Bush. It wasn't her shtick.

syringa

10-22-2009, 12:41 PM

Barbara Bush? I don't think anyone expected her to dress as a fashion icon. That wasn't her personality. Mrs. Bush was just a friendly older lady that everyone respected. Matter of fact, the same goes for Laura Bush. It wasn't her shtick.

I remember plenty of "jokes" on how Barbara Bush looked like George's mother. Yes, she was critiqued on her appearance too - and many were disparaging.

Carol25

10-22-2009, 12:42 PM

So, why the nitpicking with Michelle?
I really don't think it's nitpicking with Michelle. when Jackie Kennedy dressed, she was an icon. I think it has to do with their attractiveness. Michelles is attractive just as Kennedy was. I believe that she's trying to be the fashion icon that Jackie was.

But she just hasn't found her look yet. At least the one that the public applause. It doesn't have anything to do with the person (except that she is pretty and has a nice figure), just the fashion statements.

It doesn't reflect on her personality at all.

RockPause

10-22-2009, 02:47 PM

link me up, I'd love to compare the criticism of the two Gals.:thumbsup: http://www4.pictures.gi.zimbio.com/White+House+Debuts+Obamas+New+Dog+Bo+Portuguese+Er Jm4_LxMCSl.jpg Compare away, goatlocker. IMO That photo of the First Family is adorable. The First Lady can hold her own with anyone, she has intelligence, looks and style.

daniel green

10-24-2009, 04:09 PM

Forgive me in advance for fawning, but Michelle Obama is the coolest first lady ever. She clinched it for me this week by jumping double Dutch on the South Lawn as part of a “healthy kids fair.” The scene underscored my impression of the first lady as utterly unencumbered by convention. She seems to feel free — free enough to loosen up and laugh a little, free enough to let her inner child peek through the veil of parenthood, free enough to be herself. I couldn’t imagine recent first ladies jumping a puddle on the sidewalk, let alone two ropes swinging at the same time in opposite directions. So, on behalf of New York City, the so-called double Dutch capital of the world (so much so that this year it became a varsity sport in the city’s schools), allow me to say: Well played.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/24/opinion/24blow.html?ref=opinion

daniel green

10-24-2009, 04:11 PM

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But she just hasn't found her look yet. At least the one that the public applause.
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On the contrary, she is lauded world-wide for her fashion sense and choices and has been at the top of every single best dressed list this year.

Lady_Jean_La

10-24-2009, 07:52 PM

First Lady Michelle Obama's style and wardrobe is celebrated in a glossy new book that will delight her growing band of fashion devotees.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/northamerica/usa/michelle-obama/6425918/Michelle-Obama-first-lady-of-fashion-is-hailed-for-her-style-in-print.html

Susan43

10-24-2009, 08:38 PM

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/24/opinion/24blow.html?ref=opinion

Terrific article!!! Thanks Daniel. I wouldn't have seen it otherwise. :biggrin:

birdwatch

10-24-2009, 10:28 PM

Are you kidding? How often was she ridiculed for looking old and that she could be her husbands mother? Sad, but true. Despite how much people like her and being a great lady; that is, unfortunately, how she looks.
I think Michele looks great most of the time - and when she misses - she really misses. I do think that skirts to the knee would be best - but please -Chanel suits? NOT, imo. Wouldn't she look like she is trying to be Nancy Reagan - or some other old person? I can just imagine the "who does she think she is?" nasty comments.
I like that she is trying to support young designers. She has to be careful about what will photograph well, though. The inaugural gown did not photograph well, for the most part. (although I did see one picture that made it look good). I have a feeling it looked lovely in person, but it still was not the best choice.