Michelle Obama's Dress - Taken from Yahoo

CantWait wrote: Michelle Obama's Dress

I just had to. I think it's rediculous that this is the topic of conversation on yahoo only one day after the election, and already bashing her at that just because she's daring to be different, but alas we all need something to talk about so I thought I would see what everyone else has to say.

CantWait replied: I personally liked the style of the dress, but don't think it flattered her body very well.

moped replied: I didn't like it at all and I expected sooo much more!

boyohboyohboy replied: I think as first lady much more is expected of her, I thought she could have done much better.
the dress was ugly and didnt flatter her.
the girls however were so cute and they all matched in their black and red..

Nina J replied: Personally, I like it.

I think if she likes it, she should wear it. She looks appropriatly dressed to me; she shouldn't need to uphold a certain level of dress just because she is First Lady. She can wear what she wants, and IMO, her dress sense is not the biggest concern at the moment But I like that she is choose a dress she liked, not something that conformed with the masses.

msoulz replied:

I agree with that.

But then I am a fashion don't so it is just not right for me to critique anyone else!

jcc64 replied: I thought it was a great dress, but it didn't flatter her figure that well. I love that she has made the decision to break the mold and stray away from the typical suit and skirt we've come to expect on political spouses. I also suspect that she probably looked better in person than on tv- apparently people look 10-15 lbs fatter on tv. She's not a tiny woman, but she dresses with confidence and style, and I think we are not used to seeing real women's bodies on tv.
I think it's ok to be discussing it, as long as we remember there's a whole lot more to her than just what she looks like, as with all of us women.

MommyToAshley replied: I didn't give it much thought either. I didn't care for it, I don't think it flattered her, but didn't' feel it was horrendous either.

However, I have to say, I want to give Michelle Obama credit. She actually defended Palin during the time Palin was being criticized for using $150,000 RNC money for her attire. When asked about what she thought about Palin spending that kind of money on clothes, Michelle defended her by saying that Palin was all of a sudden thrown into the spotlight with all the world watching and she didn't blame her for wanting to look good. (or something to that affect). I hope someone returns the favor for Michelle Obama.

BAC'sMom replied: I didn't like it. But I personally don't like what they let their daughters wear either.

jcc64 replied:

May I ask why?

BAC'sMom replied: Sure don't see why not.


They dress to revealing for my taste. But some little girls do now a days.

boyohboyohboy replied:
IMO, michelle obama is going to be representing us as americans, she is the first lady, she should be dressing in that fashion.
I dont think she dresses provakative or revealing, or inappropriate, I think she is a very beautiful woman. I just thought that one particular dress was ugly, but thats only a matter of opinion...I just wanted to add in general that I do think the first lady should dress as someone who represents USA.
thats the job title she holds.

I thought the girls looked really nice, and I have never seen them in the inappropriate clothes that so many little girls wear.

Maddie&EthansMom replied: Gorgeous! Absolutely radiant! She is glowing, confident and proud...as she should be!

Their daughters are so beautiful! I'd put a glass case around them, too.

Celestrina replied: I agree, I don't think it was flattering. At a distance it looked like she was pregnant.

moped replied:
I said that too!!!!!!!!!

Boo&BugsMom replied: It would have been better without the black satin waistline. At least, it appears to be satin. Whatever it is, I didn't like the waistline. I chose the "It's ok, but could have done better".

BAC'sMom replied: Hey Jeanne asked me and I gave MY opinion.

I didn't say that Michelle dressed inappropriate. I thought her dress was ugly. I didn't say the girls dresses on Tuesday night was inappropriate. I SAID I personally don't like what they let their daughters wear. IMO they have dressed to revealing for my taste. It's an opinion just like any one else's. Hopefully since they will be more in the limelight now they will show less skin or at least buy them clothes that fit them and their age group.

Danalana replied: It's hard because I almost like it! I just keep staring at it, but I can't get my head around it But I do like that she went with something bold and different.

Calimama replied: I think she's gorgeous, and she would be in a plastic bag. I didn't like the dress but I loved that she went outside the box.

cameragirl21 replied: not trying to debate but am just curious--what makes the girls' dresses too revealing? their arms are covered, the dresses aren't tight and from what I can see they don't appear short...they look like typical Christmas dresses to me.
As for Michelle's dress, it wouldn't be my pick but it's her style and her choice and I'm glad she stepped outside the box and put on something other than the usual jacket and skirt. I think she'll make a great first lady whatever she chooses to wear.

BAC'sMom replied: I guess this was directed at me. Let me say it again since you didn't catch it in the second post. I did not say anything about how they dressed on Tuesday night, other than saying Michelle's dress was ugly.



This is MY opinion as a MOTHER of a DAUGHTER about the same age.

cameragirl21 replied: Jimmie, I'm not questioning your opinion or your right as a mother or anyone else to have any opinion, just wondering what makes their clothing inappropriate, that's all. I know you and I rarely see eye to eye but please don't assume my intentions are bad when I ask you a question because at least 99% of the time, they're not. I am just curious what makes their clothing inappropriate because I haven't seen them wear anything that I would call inappropriate and maybe I'm wrong or too liberal in what I think is appropriate so I'm just curious, that's all. No harm or offense intended so I hope none was taken.

BAC'sMom replied: Dang Jennifer it's just an opinion. I was asked and I have answered more than once. I guess I am more conservative than you thought huh. Your right you and I don't agree most of the time. So I will put it this way, then I am going to leave this alone. If you look at pictures in the past you'll see that there have been times when their arms weren't covered. Or their outfits did not fit properly. Too much skin is/was being shown imo. Too many low cut and or halter dresses. You and I know that I can't copy and paste any pictures here because of copyrights. I choose to have my daughter clothed and to have her dresses fit properly. Which is why we have most of her clothes made and or tailored to fit her.

cameragirl21 replied: I see, and Jimmie, I get that it's just an opinion but the way I learn is by asking questions and like I said, at least 99% of the time, they are just that--questions--for the purpose of learning another side of things. Nothing I said to you was meant to get you or anyone upset.
I have never paid much attention to what they were wearing so I never noticed so I can't agree or disagree, I was just wondering what was inappropriate.
As for your being more conservative than I thought, I honestly have no idea how conservative you are so I never gave that much thought either, so no, you are not more conservative than I thought.
As for making your daughter's clothes, so if I may ask, merely because I'm curious--so do you buy material and have the clothes made from scratch or do you buy what you like and have it altered?
Again, just curious, this is all very interesting as I never really noticed what Obama's girls were wearing but I'll pay more attention now.

Boys r us replied: I love that she broke the mold!!!!!!! It was not a dress that flattered her..but I think it was a dress that said, "I'm going to be celebrating tonight"!

This coming from a non-Obama supporter to

HuskerMom replied: I like the colors but I think the style is ugly. For some reason it just didn't look right on her, but I don't think it would look right on anyone. I thought their daughters looked nice though.

Now what does everyone think of Obama's tie? Just kidding!

Hillbilly Housewife replied: Hey.. if her dress is all people have to critique, then kudos to her.

my2monkeyboys replied: I don't like the dress at all, but I think she still looked nice. I'm with most of y'all -- I hate the jacket/skirt or jacket/pants suits everyone seems to want to wear.
Looking professional is about looking modest and tailored, not looking like a man. I've liked most of the dresses she's worn throughout the campaign, this one is just a little odd to me. But, then again, it may look way different in person.

lisar replied: I say wear whatever you want and what ever makes you comfortable. If they would have came out in a pair of jeans and a t-shirt I wouldnt have cared. LOL. The dress is okay but it isnt something I would buy