StyleWatch Style News Now

Style News Now

Michelle Obama Wears Jason Wu Again at Inaugural Ball

01/22/2013 at 09:00 AM ET

Michelle ObamaJewel Samad/AFP/Getty

Just like President Obama, Jason Wu is getting a second term!

Michelle Obama stunned in a custom ruby-red chiffon and velvet halter-neck gown by Jason Wu at the inaugural ball in Washington, D.C. on Monday night.

It was a surprising choice considering Wu also designed the flowing one-shoulder white dress the FLOTUS wore four years ago when her husband was sworn into office. It was the look that catapulted the young designer’s career.

Obama paired the jewel-tone number with Jimmy Choo shoes, a handmade diamond-embellished Kimberly McDonald ring, Kimberly McDonald for Forevermark diamond bangles and of course, her brand new bangs.

Wu beat out a number of other designers vying for the honor of dressing the fashionable First Lady on the big night including Derek Lam, Marchesa, Michael Kors, Prabal Gurung, Tory Burch, Tracy Reese, Narciso Rodriguez, Naeem Khan and Thakoon.

And it turns out Wu couldn’t believe he earned yet a second White House style seal of approval. Shortly after the First Lady stepped out in the gorgeous creation, he tweeted, “#inshock!!!”

Earlier in the day, Obama chose a navy Thom Browne coat, plus a jeweled belt, J.Crew gloves, Cathy Waterman earrings and Reed Krakoff boots for the ceremony at the Capitol.

The First Lady’s inauguration day wardrobe, including accessories, will be donated to the National Archives. Tell us: Do you like the First Lady’s red Jason Wu gown?

–Jennifer Cress

PHOTOS: SEE THE FIRST LADY’S 10 MOST STUNNING GOWNS

Your Reaction

Follow Us

On Newsstands Now

On Newsstands Now

Brad's Devotion: The Inside Story
  • Brad's Devotion: The Inside Story
  • Oklahoma Tornado: Heroic Rescues
  • Michael Douglas on Catherine's Health

Pick up your copy on newsstands

Click here for instant access to the Digital Magazine

Advertisement

Add A Comment

Got something to add to this post? Fill out the fields below to make a comment, ask a question or share a tip. We'd love to hear from you.

Note: If this is your first time commenting on Style News Now, your comment will need to be approved by our moderator before it will appear. Thanks for your patience, and check back again soon.

Comments + Add a comment

Showing 88 comments

maggie on January 22nd, 2013

Yes, again taxpayers how did you like your purchase.??

Yvonne on January 22nd, 2013

What’s the difference with her wearing a new dress (per taxpayers) and the other first ladies wearing a new dress (per taxpayers). Some people need to really get a life

Julie on January 22nd, 2013

Do you really believe she had to pay for this dress?

Carrie on January 22nd, 2013

I heard he was from Canada, if so you would think she would pick someone from the USA. Just saying….

Holly on January 22nd, 2013

Love it, love her!

Kim on January 22nd, 2013

Gorgeous dress, and I LOVE her new hairdo with the bangs!!

Stephie on January 22nd, 2013

That dress is the bomb.com and anyone who disagrees has no fashion sense point blank period exclamation point. Simply Gorgeous! Hair, make-up, killer arms. Check, check, check.

fanofboardwalkempire on January 22nd, 2013

beauitiful and stunning on our first lady!

Kim on January 22nd, 2013

@Carrie; Jason Wu was born in Taipei and yes, moved to Vancouver at the age of 9 with his family. However, he attended school in Deerfield, MA and Windsor, CT..and lives in New York City. Who cares where he was born. He’s a talented designer that NOW lives and works in the USA.

Tiffany on January 22nd, 2013

simply beautiful

Next | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Next | Show All
 

From Our Partners