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Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style

Want to look First Lady fierce? Here are a few pieces to get the job done — minus the designer price tag.
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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Colorblock Cool

While chatting up the locals at a Virginia bakery, Mrs. O channeled her predecessor Jackie O with a sleeveless Ann Taylor top, pencil skirt, beautiful baubles and a chic Jason Wu for Target satchel. A look one could pull off perfectly at the office.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Turq Work

Tank top, American Vintage, $45, stylebop.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Brilliant Baubles

Filigree cluster necklace, Joan Rivers for QVC, $70, qvc.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Coral Cutie

Stretch pencil skirt, H&M, $18, hm.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Carry-On

Straw satchel, Nine West, $40, ninewest.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Silver Belle

Metallic kitten heel, Barefoot Tess, $39, endless.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Weekend Wear

This casual and cute ensemble is ideal for a mom on-the-go. The pants help you move with ease, and the flats keep you one step ahead of the little ones — in style.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Flower Power

Burnout tank top, Delia’s, $20, delias.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Preppy Pretty

V-neck cardigan, J. Crew, $50, jcrew.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Cobalt Blue

Palazzo pant, White House Black Market, $50, whitehouseblackmarket.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Ballet Bar

Leather ballet flats, Gap, $40, gap.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Pastel Pleaser

Michelle Obama nailed this look with flying colors. The Preen pixel printed dress, perfectly matching pastel blazer and classic pearls were ideal for the Disney news conference she attended. Naturally, it would be a power look for your next conference.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Mellow Yellow

3/4" sleeve blazer, H&M, $50, hm.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Geo Glow

Geo print dress, Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique, $128, nordstrom.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Pearly Whites

Crystal and pearl necklace, Liz Claiborne, $20, jcpenney.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Country Chic

Planning a weekend getaway to the country? A beautiful A-line style like Mrs. O’s Tracy Reese frock is a no-fuss way to play up your pretty southern belle side for the occasion.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Feeling Grey

Jersey skater dress, Topshop, $40, topshop.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Bountiful Bouquet

Vintage flower brooch, $18, etsy.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Stage Presence

Our First Lady — shown here wearing Chris Benz — always takes the stage in an eye-catching ensemble and so should you. The next time you’re standing in front of a crowd, keep their attention in a fabulous printed piece.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Paisley Perfection

Paisley print dress, Athletica, $50, athletica.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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Chic Cinching

Skinny belt, ASOS, $7, asos.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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High Stepper

Patent pump, Michael Antonio, $40, dsw.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style
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True Blue

Patent pump, Michael Antonio, $40, dsw.com.

Diva on a Dime: First Lady Style