Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Now it's Obama's Turn... What shall he wear to his Inauguration?

Richard James Savile Row look for evening
Sean John look for evening
Salvatore Ferragamo look for day
Nautica look for evening
A Tommy Hilfiger look for day
A Countess Mara tie

With all the focus on what Michelle wore or should wear, both during the campaign and her anticipated outfit for the inauguration, we can be forgiven for forgetting what the President-elect should wear. Luckily some of the world's most adored menswear designer are on the ball. WWD.com has exclusive sketches from designers ranging from Salvatore Ferragamo to Sean John. See the slideshoe below for all the sketches of day and evening looks plus some snazzy ties. My picks are above.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Michelle's Inauguration Ball Dress Options

Oscar de la Renta sketch for Michelle Obama and daughters
Christian Lacroix sketch for Michelle Obama
Diane Von Furstenberg sketch for Michelle Obama
Badgley Mischka sketch for Michelle Obama
Elie Tahari sketch for Michelle Obama
Tuleh sketch for Michelle Obama

What should I wear? - The question uttered by women across the world countless times. If you think you have it bad, try being Michlle Obama deciding what to wear for the most historical evening in American history and the proudest moment of your life. As daunting as it sounds, at least she has a handful of accomplished designers clamouring to design her something to wear. WWD.com has 42 sketches posted online from some of the world's most renonwed designers. View the article and sketches at WWD.com or watch the slide show below. Above are my top picks. What are yours?