Now, when it comes to Michelle Obama I'm totally an admirer, although I'm probably more interested in how she might redefine the role of "First Lady". I'm also not much of a label devotee; I'm fairly clueless regarding which particular designers are in the forefront of high fashion at a given moment. I do know what I like, so I just sort of go from there :)
Yet like so many women I can't help but find myself utterly fascinated by Ms. Obama's sense of style and continue to find her particularly striking and totally relatable. Specifically, Michelle Obama has what I perceive to be a restrained flourish with accessories, strong attention to detail, and keen eye for the marriage of simple lines, textures & vibrant colors. The bottom line is this is a smart, savvy, down to earth woman in a lofty place, seemingly keeping true to herself and what she likes, what she feels is appropriate. She has her own style and seems at ease with it all. I say more power to her :)
But back to the challenge -- could I put together an outfit that looked anything remotely like what she wears? I mean, I admire her style, and yes, share a love of brooches, but I don't think our tastes are really that similar over all. Certainly our lifestyles aren't at the moment, lol. This was harder than I thought
This was absolutely fun & a total blast. It made me think about what defines style and what interest I have in others' interpretations of fashion trends. Thanks so much to Cat for coming up with this truly exceptional challenge -- great idea!
After looking thru some pix of her I found a REALLY simple outfit that I thought I could imitate at least somewhat. Of course, I've no idea what she wore on the bottom half so that made it even easier, lol, I admit. But for what it's worth, here is my version along side the actual photo of Ms. Obama...and then how I changed the details of the ensemble to fit my own, personal "real life" style.
My cardigan is Daisy Fuentes from Kohls, the satin blouse is from NY&Co and the brooch was an Etsy find. In the full length photo on the left you can see the black, wide-leg BandolinoBlu trousers from Macy's, the black Merona short boots from Target and a necklace gifted from my mother (I've also moved the pin down to close the cardi, my preference).
This was absolutely fun & a total blast. It made me think about what defines style and what interest I have in others' interpretations of fashion trends. Thanks so much to Cat for coming up with this truly exceptional challenge -- great idea!
9 comments:
What a fun challenge! And you've done beautifully, lady. I love having Michelle to look up to, stylistically. She knows her style inside and out, and it shows.
I love your interpretation although my favourite is with the cardigan open and the pin on the blouse.
I love how you used the brooch on the blouse - it totally changes the look of that top, and such a great non-traditional use of a brooch. Well done!
You wrote a really great analysis of Michelle Obama's style. I think the brooch looks darling placed in the middle of the fabric gathered at the neckline.
That's a great interpretation of Mrs O's look. I like both of them equally. I look forward to seeing the rest of your choices.
Ps. did you pick up the Sisterhood award I gave you?
I am drooling over that cardigan.
I love your interpretation. Very put together.
Be sure to vote for your favorite ensembles in the Michelle Obama Challenge. (You can choose more than one.)
http://fashiongirlsgallery.blogspot.com/2009/02/michelle-obama-challenge-vote.html
Great Kayleigh! I vote for you!
This is awesome K! I love how you put this together for the challenge. Polished and stylish, just like the First Lady!
You have the best shades of blue in your wardrobe!
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