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First Lady Gowns at the Smithsonian Behind the Scenes Video

March 10, 2010

Behind-the-Scenes Video of Michelle Obama's Inaugural Gown at Smithsonian

Yesterday, we brought you the news of Michelle Obama's Inaugural Gown, designed by Jason Wu, being added to the "First Ladies Collection" at the Smithsonian Institute of American History in Washington, D.C.

Today, we are delighted to share a very fascinating behind the scenes video of preparing the gowns for the First Ladies Exhibition.

Michelle Obama Donates Jason Wu Inaugural Gown to Smithsonian and wears Prabal Gurung

March 09, 2010

The First Lady knows how to make the fashion dreams of young designers happen

It was a stunning morning at the Smithsonian today for Jason Wu and Prabal Gurung.

First Lady Michelle Obama donated her chiffon and Swarovski crystal Inaugural Gown designed by Jason Wu to the Smithsonian for their new “A First Lady’s Debut” exhibit. The exhibit features 11 gowns worn by first ladies from Mamie Eisenhower to Michelle Obama which will be on view as of on view beginning tomorrow.

Fall 2010 Fashion Forecast New York

February 09, 2010

Fall fashion trend predictions for what to expect on the New York runways this week

Jason Wu Eyewear so pretty, so chic

February 03, 2010

Colored sunglasses are like makeup for your face

Jason Wu Eyewear is one of the prettiest collections of sunglasses around.

We’re mad over the very subtle, yet glam accent colors that correspond to garments in Jason Wu’s Spring 10 collection.

Look for semi-translucent crystals in aquamarine, topaz, onyx, opal, olivine, noir, caramel and richly textured tortoise.

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“The pieces combine sleek, modern finishes, which I love, with unusual materials and details. I wanted to put my stamp on an item which would be accessible to a broader market and with an inherently chic connotation— sunglasses,” says Wu.

Michelle Obama: First Lady, first gown, first dance

January 20, 2009

Jason Wu is Smithsonian bound…

While I love their style separately, the combination may not be as divine.

Michelle Obama chose a very of-the-moment one-shoulder, white airy gown by Jason Wu as her much coveted First Lady ball gown. The sheer, floatiness of this cream, organza gown is probably quite amazing and spectacular in person– it undoubtedly will be a showstopper in the Smithsonian First Ladies Collection and a rather sublime choice historically.

However, on television, in photos… not so much on the First Lady herself.