Obama Is Our President

In spirit of President Obama officially taking office, here's a sweet video to Adam Freeland's remix of Daft Punk's "Aerodynamic". Super fun, super cute. After watching, you'll probably feel happy and the need to buy some designer toys.

Lady O, Day to Night

After much speculation on who Michelle Obama would wear on inauguration day, as anything she has worn has instantly brought national recognition to the designer of choice, our questions have been answered. She can make those only recognized in the design world, suddenly huge household names. I am really glad to say that she so strongly supports the American design industry, she is a beacon of light in troubled times.

She started the day wearing a sparkling gold sheath dress and coat by acclaimed Cuban-American designer Isabel Toledo, who is best known for her slightly avant-garde style. Michelle completed her outfit with green gloves from J.Crew and green Jimmy Choo pumps. It's good to see her dressed appropriately for the occasion but I only wish was that the size was one size bigger, as it seems to be pulling slightly at the bust and hips. I'm impressed she could look so chic in spite of cold weather!

I'm not really going to get into the family much but President Obama kept it simple with a classic red tie and white shirt with a suit, overcoat and an American flag pin. I wish his tailor had hemmed his pants.

Their daughters Malia and Sasha both wore Crewcuts by J. Crew wearing more accesible American fashion, that in the bright colors and cost was very age appropriate.

For the inaugaration ball, Michelle Obama wore a long one shoulder Jason Wu that featured 3-D Applique treatment. Like First Lady's Laura Bush and Jackie Kennedy, the dress choice was white. Perhaps a symbol of a fresh start? Jason Wu the young Taiwanese-American designer was an interesting choice as he only has 3 seasons behind his belt, but not entirely surprising as he was chosen as last years Fashion Group International's Rising Star award and nominated for a CDFA award. I'm not sure how I feel about this silhouette for her, as I don't find it entirely flattering (esp from the hips down). The First Lady is a beautiful, chic woman, but I'm not sure this gown best represents who she is. Wu could do better, although I do believe that the dress and Wu were discovered by Mrs. Obama at a Chicago boutique, Ikram.

Dressing Up & Voting With Zac Posen

Zac Posen is inviting you to join him in dressing up to cast your ballot for Obama-Biden. Send Zac your picture and he'l post it up at fashionthevote.org. You can upload it through the site or email it to zac@fashionthevote.org.

It is important to note that some states have laws against campaign paraphernalia within "a 100-foot radial measured from the entrances of the voting booth," meaning you won't lose your right to vote, but you will have to hide your Obama gear.

The National Loves Obama

Artist: The National
Recommended If You Like: My Morning Jacket, British Sea Power, R.E.M, Interpol

In spirit of tonight's debates, I'm wearing an Obama "Mr. November" t-shirt. I love this shirt for obvious reasons and because it's a smile to my fellow music nerds. "Mr. November" is a song from one of my favorite bands, The National.

A brooklyn-based indie band, The National won me over back in 2005 when their album Alligator hit college radio. I love their sound, mellow yet powerful and dark yet warm.

They're playing in Cincinnati, Ohio tomorrow for Vote-Ohio.net and will be in Brazil later this month. They're an amazing live band, so if you ever get the chance to see them, do it. I leave you with the video for "Mistaken For Strangers", a track off their most recent release, Boxer.

Runway to Change

Finally, with just four weeks until Election Day, the designer collaborations for Obama are here. There are shirts and accessories from list of big designers, including Diane von Furstenberg, Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler, Vera Wang, Zac Posen, and Tracy Reese.

I say this respectfully, some of the designs were a bit disappointing, but there were a few pieces that I would consider buying to support Obama and add to my memorabilia collection.


Charles Nolan's Change is Good Wrap Shirt


Rachel Roy's Be the Change Scarf


Rag and Bone's Change is Awesome Tote Bag

To see other designs or to make a purchase, visit store.barackobama.com