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Lady of Style

24/1/2017

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For my first Fashion News of 2017 I am reflecting on the fashion of a lady who over the last eight years  redefined the sense of style for a very public figurehead. I am talking about Michelle Obama, the former First Lady of the United States of America.

During her years at the White House a real sense of style evolved. She developed a polished image and won the hearts of the American people by dressing like 'one of the people'. ​In terms of fashion she became known for wearing sleeveless shifts, 50's style prom dresses and elegant full length gowns. It was the sleeveless dresses that some commentators took offence to, saying a women of a certain age or stature should not wear sleeveless, but she couldn't care less what people had to say, and she made it acceptable for women of a certain age to dress with confidence.

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From the start she cleverly mixed high street brands with emerging designers and top designers, (as shown in the photo below of her in an ASOS £65.00 checked dress), which all helped to make her seem more approachable and down to earth. 
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She also knew how to style her clothes and accessorise. She was known for wearing belts to accentuate her waist  and she used costume jewellery which she mixed with diamonds and other gems. 

Of course all of this didn't come together without a little help. Michelle Obama had a young Stylist, Merdith Koop, at her disposal who would have advised her on the right outfits, colours and accessories to choose for her athletic figure.

​I think together they helped to highlight that women of a 'certain age' and bodyshape can also look stylish and beautiful, and that you can mix high-end fashion with high-street fashion.


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