"First Lady Chic."

In case you haven't heard (and really - you should have), Michelle Obama is an obscene fashion obsession for Europeans. The Obamas are in Europe this week, making the acquaintances of foreign leaders and dignitaries. And yesterday, the British press was LOVING her style.

I think most of us feel the same way about Michelle Obama... She is a natural style icon. While I didn't immediately love her inauguration suit or ballgown, they have grown on me. And I find them very reflective and in step with her style. And the consistent chicness is refreshing from her. I can identify with what she wears, and I would wear most of what she has worn.

She is inspiring.

Now, as I flip through fashion sites, I see myself spotting pieces that I have dubbed as being "very Michelle." In fact, I put together a fashion-scape with something inspired by the First Lady...



I would absolutely wear this. I don't know if she would... But I love the full skirt paired with the J. Crew cardigan. And the white blouse is reminiscent of her inaugural ballgown. The cuff and the Balenciaga bag are pure "me"... But I think she would approve.