Hello Hawaii

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... and several hours later the Os landed in Honolulu, transported from the winter wonderland of Washington, D.C. to the tropical climate of Hawaii. Accordingly, they also changed clothes, debuting resort wear as they exited the airplane.

Mrs. O wore an azure blue, empire waist dress with slight cap sleeves. The dress features subtle shirring detail through the waist and shoulders. A customary floral lei completed the look, serving as the perfect statement accessory.

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Off They Go

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The Os left for Hawaii today, where they'll spend the Christmas holiday and a 10 day vacation. Headed for Marine One, First Lady Mrs. O looked every bit the chic, jet set traveller she is, wearing a black wool Sonia Rykiel coat over a black top and leggings, tall black suede boots, leather gloves and sunglasses. Might those be the famed Robert Clergerie boots we've heard so much about?

Merry Christmas everyone!

High Five, Bo

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First Lady Mrs. O paid a visit to the Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. today, joined by Malia and Sasha Obama, and of course, Bo!

Per the Washington Post:

"First lady Michelle Obama, daughters Sasha and Malia and Bo -- that celebrity hound -- paid a Christmas season visit to young patients at Children's National Medical Center on Tuesday afternoon. Continuing a tradition begun by Bess Truman for spreading holiday cheer, the first lady greeted patients, thanked hospital staff for their work and read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas' to about 50 children along with their parents and caregivers."

For his holiday appearance, Bo sported a red and white furry collar, adorned with jingle bells. Mrs. O added a bit of sparkle to her top, pairing a red v-neck with her diamond Garavelli brooch.

A White House Christmas

Hooray for the White House Flickr page, which has released new photos from various White House events held over the past month. Below we'll share our favorites, which include first looks at a few new Mrs. O frocks.

Official White House Photo by Pete Souza

The president and first lady descend the grand staircase at the White House, to attend the "Christmas in Washington" event on December 13th.  For the occasion, Mrs. O chose a pleated jersey dress by Isabel Toledo ("very Marilyn Monroe" in the designer's words).

Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson

On December 4th, the president and first lady met Edith Childs of Greenwood, S.C.. Ms. Childs coined the phrase, "Fired Up! Read To Go!" which became the chant of the Obama campaign. Mrs. O wore a Michael Kors Gold Silk Lurex suit jacket and matching pencil skirt for the event. To note, we've seen the first lady wear the same ensemble in bold yellow and metallic red for prior events.

 

Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson

Above, Mrs. O greeted guests during a holiday reception on December 15th. The first lady wore an emerald green Jason Wu cocktail dress with layered fan detailing through the skirt. The dress is from the designer's Spring 2009 collection, seen here.

Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson

We're treated to another look at Mrs. O's purple pleated chiffon Peter Soronen gown, paired with an edgy Tom Binns necklace.

Official White House Photo by Samantha Appleton

Official White House Photo by Samantha Appleton

Above the president and first lady greet the Strings of Joy ensemble during a White House fete on December 14th. The first lady wore an ivory velvet sheath dress for the function.

Official White House Photo by Chuck Kennedy

We'll end with a look at the winter wonderland at the White House. The photo above was taken just yesterday. Happy Holidays everyone!

A Lovely Little Pin

Official White House Photo by Pete Souza

Photo by Marte Garmann Johnsen / Office of the Prime Minister, Norway

Our friends at W Magazine have shared a fabulous new detail. The pave diamond flower pin that the first lady wore for her interview with Oprah, and also in Oslo, Norway, is a custom piece by the Italian-based jewelry company Garavelli. The pin was purchased by the president as an anniversary gift for Mrs. O, secured from their favorite Chicago jeweler. Lovely!