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Michelle Obama is boring in Balmain
Despite the designer labels, this muted color palette is a surprisingly dull choice for this political figure turned podcast host. From the khaki skirt to the sage green sweater set, there’s just not much here to feel excited about. How can this possibly be the same Michelle Obama who delighted everyone with her playful, unusual Narcisco Rodriguez dress on election night in 2008?
It’s not a bad fit, per se. But we’ve come to expect bolder and brighter from the former First Lady, who loves rich jewel tones and even a well-placed metallic. She’s known for favoring new, independent designers and fun patterns. While the sweater might be Balmain, its a bit underwhelming. The gold buttons add a hint of visual interest to this flat color palette but they don’t look fresh so much as seeming like an afterthought pulled right out of the ’80s. The biggest bummer? The long sleeve cardigan hides Obama’s signature toned arms.
