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Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion

Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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First Lady in Red

Breathtakingly pretty much sums up this gorgeous red gown that Michelle Obama wore to the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Inc.’s Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner.

Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion
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Fierce and Fitted

Michelle Obama has definitely ditched the work attire for this fierce and fitted metallic cocktail dress.

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Fancy Florals

Michelle Obama goes sleeveless in a ruffle front floral dress.

Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion
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White Out

The First Lady looks gorgeous in a summery white cocktail frock.

Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion
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Independent Spirit

Michelle Obama gets in the spirit of independence on July 4th in a red, white, and blue top.

Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion
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Beachside Manner

The First Lady gets down to serious business in classic black and white.

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Ruffled Feathers

A soft and comfy tank with simple details like ruffles is the perfect travel attire.

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Mommy and Me

Michelle seems to be passing her sleeveless style down to youngest daughter Sasha.

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Style Staple

Sleeveless sheath dresses are one of Michelle Obama’s style staples.

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Casual Stroll

Michelle Obama is cool and chic in a capped sleeve one-shoulder shirt.

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Toned Up

With toned arms like Michelle, who wouldn’t want to show them off?

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Basic Black

Michelle must have got the memo that a plain black tank is a must for every wardrobe.

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Minor Details

Michelle Obama knows her style and tops with detailing on one shoulder (like this pretty bow) work so well on her.

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Water Colors

Pretty bows add a dainty touch to a vibrant sheath dress.

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Biker Chic

Michelle Obama shows off her athletic chops on a bike ride with daughter Sasha.

Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion
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Working It

Michelle knows how to put a casual spin on her work wear.

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Simply Cool

Simple black and white always looks sleek and chic.

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Mixing Prints

Mixing prints and fabrics works well when the color palette is simple. Michelle mixes black and white polka dots with black and white cheetah print in a gorgeous full skirt dress.

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Shoulder Detail

Ruching at the the shoulder adds nice detail to Michelle’s floral blouse.

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Power Player

When in full work mode, a well tailored sleeveless dress is the First Lady’s power suit.

Michelle Obama: Sleeveless Fashion