A banquet was among the festivities that the First Couple was invited to as a part of President Obama’s receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. For the occassion, the First Lady picked a pale blue evening gown and matching jacket by designer Azzedine Alaïa. The gown has a relatively simple top with double straps on each shoulder and beading around the trim, but from there it gets interesting. There is a wide sequined band separating the top from the skirt, which is composed of alternating bands of sequins and pleated fabric. Mrs. Obama accented the outfit with satin pumps, and very modern, long, dangling earrings.
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama dance during the 2009 Nobel Banquet in the Hall of Mirrors at the Grand Hotel in Oslo, Norway, Dec. 10, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama wave from a balcony at the Grand Hotel as they greet the Torch Parade in Oslo, Norway, Dec. 10, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama arrive at the 2009 Nobel Banquet in the Hall of Mirrors at the Grand Hotel in Oslo, Norway, Dec. 10, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Samantha Appleton)
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President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama sign the guest book at Slottet Royal Palace of Norway in Oslo, Norway, Dec. 10, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
On Friday, First Lady Michelle Obama was in Oslo, Norway with her husband, as he was being honored with the Nobel Peace Prize. For the occassion, the First Lady wore a stunning gold jacket and dress, paired with a yellow scarf. On her feet were a pair of simple gold pumps. The ensemble left her looking positively regal!
President Barack Obama delivers remarks during the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Raadhuset Main Hall at Oslo City Hall in Oslo, Norway, Dec. 10, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama depart Oslo City Hall following the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo, Norway, Dec. 10, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
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My apologies for only getting these images to you now. I was attending a conference late last week and am visiting family for the holidays, so I haven’t had the time to keep as up to date with this blog as I would like.
This is the first in a series of posts on the First Lady’s trip to Oslo, Norway. As you likely already know, President Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize a few months ago. Consequently, the President and First Lady traveled to Oslo, Norway to participate in the Nobel festivities.
Here we see the President and First Lady leaving the White House for Andrews Air Force Base. The First Lady is looking good in her black peacoat and red scarf. Of course, as good as they look, neither of them look too happy. I’m not sure what the story is here…
Yesterday President Obama received the Nobel Peace Prize, and his lovely bride was on hand to dance the night away with him. Mrs. Obama wore a silver floor length evening gown with what must have been quite the heels underneath, as she looks taller than Barack in the photo!
First Lady Michelle Obama meets with Ermine Erdogan, wife of the Prime Minister of Turkey, in the Yellow Oval Room of the White House, Dec. 8, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Samantha Appleton)
Earlier today First Lady Michelle Obama met with Turkish First Lady Ermine Erdogan. Mrs. Obama wore an understated outfit with muted colors, but still managed to look beautiful. I think it’s because of her radiant smile!
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Last night the Obamas hosted Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh and his wife, Mrs. Gursharan Kaur, for their first state dinner. We brought you some photos from the event, and wanted to bring you more tonight. See the original post for more on Michelle’s fashion choices.
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President Barack Obama, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, General Colin Powell, and Indian First Lady Gursharan Kaur at the Obamas’ First State Dinner:
President Barack Obama and Indian First Lady Mrs. Gursharan Kaur at the Obamas’ First State Dinner:
President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the Obamas’ First State Dinner:
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the Obamas’ First State Dinner:
President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton before the Obamas’ First State Dinner:
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the Obamas’ First State Dinner:
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First Lady Michelle Obama and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the Obamas’ First State Dinner:
Last night First Lady Michelle Obama hosted Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh and his wife, Mrs. Gursharan Kaur, at the Obamas first state dinner. It was a gala event, and the First Lady dressed to impress. Her gown was designed by Indian-American designer Naeem Khan. It has an ivory base and stunning silver overlay. She accessorized with drop earrings as well as silver and gold bangles. More on her wardrobe is available on Mrs. O.
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President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at their First State Dinner:
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Before hosting the Obama’s first state dinner, First Lady Michelle Obama received Indian First Lady Gursharan Kaur. For the occasion Mrs. Obama chose a “tangerine-hued brocade dress and coat by Isaac Mizrahi” coordinated with amber and gold drop earrings and gold pumps.
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Tonight is First Lady Michelle Obama’s first state dinner. She is hosting the Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his wife Mrs. Gursharan Kaur. The occasion has been exquisitely planned out, down to the last detail. While making preparations Mrs. Obama looked amazing in her J. Crew Crystal Constellation cardigan and a pencil skirt by Indian-American designer Rachel Roy. She accented these with a silver belt, large bracelet, and silver pumps.
Abdoulaye Wade, President of the Republic of Senegal
Alhaji Dr. Yahya A.J.J. Jammeh, President of the Republic of The Gambia
Carlos Gomes, Prime Minister of Guinea-Bissau
Blaise Compaore, President of Burkina Faso, and his wife, Mrs. Chantal Compaore
Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, and his wife, Mrs. Koroma
Faure Gnassingbe, President of the Togolese Republic
Jean-Marie Ehouzou, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, Francophonie, and the Beninese Diaspora of the Republic of Benin
Chief Ojo Maduekwe, C.F.R., Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and his wife, Mrs. Maduekwe
Youssouf Bakayoko, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
First Lady Michelle Obama and President Obama pose for portraits with dignitaries and heads of state from west Africa. To see the rest of the photos in this series, visit our 2009 UN Portraits page.
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Youssouf Bakayoko, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast):
Chief Ojo Maduekwe, C.F.R., Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and his wife, Mrs. Maduekwe:
Jean-Marie Ehouzou, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, Francophonie, and the Beninese Diaspora of the Republic of Benin:
Faure Gnassingbe, President of the Togolese Republic:
Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, and his wife, Mrs. Koroma:
Blaise Compaore, President of Burkina Faso, and his wife, Mrs. Chantal Compaore:
Carlos Gomes, Prime Minister of Guinea-Bissau:
Alhaji Dr. Yahya A.J.J. Jammeh, President of the Republic of The Gambia:
Abdoulaye Wade, President of the Republic of Senegal: