Michelle Obama in Naeem Khan
I can't decide if I like this, and partly that's because Naeem Khan is CAPABLE of so much interesting work that this feels almost too boring and bridal. And it looks kinda heavy. Basically, while the fit is lovely on her, somehow it comes off like The Backup Choice. I also might have wished for a ruby lip. She does wear that Champagne/blush fabric color really well, though, which is something.
Mobama
[HAMILTON REFERENCE FORTHCOMING; AVERT EYES ALL YE WHO DO NOT LIKE THOSE]
Michelle: SO SO SO so this is what it feels like to match wits with someone at your level what the hell is the CATCH...
Barack: Seriously, dudes, she can do the whole thing without drawing a breath. Just wait for it.
P/FLOTUS
Does the BACK tailoring look a little wonkus, or am I crazy?
Tracee Ellis Ross in Ashi Studio
i LOVE this picture. She looks like Princess Leia about to say the pledge of allegiance.
Bellamy Young (in Marchesa) and Ed Weeks
Okay, I LOVE THIS. Easily the best thing Bellamy has worn in a while. It's regal and wonderful.
Common
SILENCE. A message from the King.
Connie Britton in Jovani
I don't think this adores her as much as it should.
Miranda Kerr in Carolina Herrera
This is really pretty fantastic, also. I love the texture of the appliqués, and she nailed the makeup.
Lester Holt
These two make a terribly dapper couple.
Janelle Monae
Flawless.
Marcus Samuelsson
Celeb chef Marcus and his wife are also really bringing the glam drama to the occasion. APPLAUSE.
Michelle Obama
Bonus day dress! I LOVE this. Seriously, now that she's pals with Kate Middleton, she NEEDS to exert her influence. Copy that, FLOTUS?
FLOTUS
Yeah. She copies that.