I do think that the Americans generally are extremely “over the top” and the Obama’s inaugural ball was no exception.
Yes Michelle Obama the new “first lady” looked stunning at the ball and it was all down to the amazing Grecian gown she was wearing which looked as though it had been designed for her wedding day!
It was designed by a young 26 year old up and coming US designer who actually sewed the dress all by himself. He lives in New York city and launched his line in 2006.
It is said that Wu received a secretive request from a mysterious “special” customer just after a fashion show back in September.The dress had a fitted bodice, gathered skirt with organza flower appliqués and was studded with Swarovski crystals.
Jason Wu the young dress designer, was noted as saying “The dress is soft, feminine but powerful. I wanted to show all that in a dress.” “I had an inkling who it was for, but I did’nt want to really think about it!”
It was said Barack Obama was worried before the inauguration ball about his ability to dance! He was said to be particularly concerned about stepping on his wife’s toes. He need not have worried though, it all went to exactly to plan they looked the perfect couple with him in a tuxedo and white tie and Michelle in her full length ivory gown.
When Barack Obama first saw his wife he turned to the cheering crowd and asked “First of all, how good looking is my wife?”
Baracks Belle of the Ball.
It seems fitting that Michelle Obama’s dress looked just like a wedding dress and to be truthful they really could not have chosen a better wedding day venue either! Lets just hope that this signifies a fresh new start not only for them but for the United States as a whole.