The beautiful ensemble worn by First Lady Michelle Obama on Inauguration Day which took place Jan 20, 2009 went out display today, allowing everyone to a close up view of the design of the outfit. The sheath dress and matching coat designs are by Isabel Toledo, which is who the First Lady helped bring up the popularity of on the day of the inauguration by wearing Toledo’s work.
“This is now one of the most famous dresses in the world,” said Valerie Steele, chief curator at The Musuem at the Fashion Institute of Technology. “Even people who have little or no interest in fashion will be really interest to see this,” Valerie added.
First Lady Michelle Obama has won her acclaim for her sense of style in fashion.
The Toledo ensemble is on exhibit from today, and is to become part of the permanent collection at the Smithsonian. The Outfit was matched with Jimmy Choo shoes, and a pair of J.Crew gloves.
“It proves good design can be had at all price points,” said Mears. “She can still look chic, but so can everybody else. I think it’s a wonderful statement to make.”
“You don’t have to be a big corporation in America,” said Toledo. “Here I am. It’s the American dream.”
