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First Lady Style: Gowns

The inaugural gown is on view at the Smithsonian. Here's Michelle O's most fab elegant looks.
The First Lady's Gowns
Michelle Obama Inaugural Dress
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020

If you’d like to re-visit the night of the Obama’s inaugural ball, you can, at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C.

The First Lady’s Jason Wu one-shoulder gown that wow’d America will be on display along with other former First Lady gowns.

Here, we give you a glimpse of the memorable look on display, along with a few other unforgettable gorgeous gown moments from Michelle Obama.