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Home • Fashion

First Lady Style: Chic Cinching

The First Lady knows how a bold belt can elevate an ensemble, whether casual or dressy.
Waist Deep
Michelle-Obama
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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When it comes to belts, you could almost always catch Mrs. O sporting one.

Whether it’s slim and sparkly over an evening gown, or wide and studded, accessorizing a cardigan for a dinner date with the President, you name it — and Mrs. O has a belt for any occasion.

We go waist-deep to give you a glimpse of her chicest cinching moments.