Michelle Obama Style Lessons
45 Genius Style Lessons We Learned From Michelle Obama

Being the first lady is by no means an easy job, but Michelle Obama always manages to do it in style. Whether she's stepping out on the red carpet at a formal function or she's just headed out for a walk with Barack, we've come to love how she always manages to give an elegant look her own surprising spin.
With some heavy-hitting designers in her corner (hello, Jason Wu, Ralph Lauren, and Tom Ford!), we've come to expect not just a great outfit but a bona fide style moment whenever she steps out of the White House. And while we may not have the occasion (or income) to copy every one of her iconic looks, there is still plenty to learn from her flawless FLOTUS style.
And for more on Michelle's fashion, check out:
1 There's No Such Thing as a Hue Too Bright or a Print Too Bold

2 Sheer Doesn't Have to Be Overly Sexy

3 Matching Your SO Is Pretty Darn Adorable

4 When You Can Rock a Runway Look, Do it

5 Ombré Is More Than Just a Hairstyle

6 A Great Midi Dress Will Take You From Work to Play

7 Never Underestimate the Power of Prints

8 When It's Your Moment in the Spotlight, Go All Out

9 Black Tie Doesn't Mean Black Dress

10 Plaid Isn't Just For Lumberjacks

11 Keep an Eye Out For Affordable Fashion Finds

12 Boatneck Dresses Look Great on Land Too

13 Relaxed Outfits Can Still Be Polished

14 When You're Sticking to One Color Head to Toe, Switch Up the Hue

15 Khakis Aren't Just For the Guys

16 Outfit Repeating Is Totally Underrated

17 Always Opt For a Little Sparkle

18 Match Your Shoes and Your Purse to Make an Outfit Feel Extra Put Together

19 Dressing to a Theme Doesn't Have to Be Cheesy

20 A Long Red Dress Will Always Make a Statement

21 A Matching Dress and Jacket Make For Serious Power Suiting

22 Sometimes an Outfit Is All About the Accessories

23 Bold Hues and Prints are Great, but Sometimes It's the Material That Makes the Dress

24 Black Will Always Look Great, but Sometimes It Takes a Pop of Color to Stand Out From the Crowd

25 Keep All Eyes on Your Dress by Choosing Simple Shoes

26 Sometimes a Well-Dressed Date Is the Ultimate Accessory

27 Add Personality to a Formal Look by Mismatching Your Shoes

28 A Dress Looks Totally Different When You Throw Something Unexpected on Top

29 White Gowns Aren't Just For a Wedding

30 Add Gloves For an Extra Bit of Elegance

31 Putting a Brooch on It Is a Lot More Chic Than You Think

32 If You're Meeting the Queen, Wear Your Very Best

33 Invest in an Arsenal of Great Coats

34 A Statement Necklace WIll Never Go Out of Style

35 You Can Never Go Wrong With J.Crew

36 It's Surprisingly Easy to Dress Up a T-Shirt

37 If You've Got a Favorite Body Part, Flaunt It

38 You Can Dress Your Age and Still Have Fun With it

39 Matching Your Mom Is Actually Pretty Cool

40 There's Nothing Wrong With a Little Retro Influence

41 Add a Belt For an Extraslimming Effect

42 Never Feel Obligated to Blend In

43 Florals Aren't Just a Spring Thing
