Poetry, Music and Spoken Word (Update)
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 8:19 PM 
Photo by Jason Reed / Reuters
First Lady Mrs. O is dazzling this evening, as she and President Mr. O host a poetry jam in the East Room of the White House to celebrate poetry, music and the spoken word. Mrs. O wears an off-the-shoulder top, paired with cropped white pants and silver heels.
Per the White House blog:
"This event is designed around the theme of dialogue, showing how dialogue is important in every aspect of who we are as Americans and as human beings, and demonstrating how communication is a constant throughout the ages."
The evening will include performances by Joshua Bennett, James Earl Jones, Eric Lewis, Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio, Mayda Del Valle and Esperanza Spalding.
Students from American, Galludet, Georgetown and Howard universities also have the privilege of attending.
Update: Per NYMag, Mrs. O wears a top by Basso & Brooke, from the design duo's Fall Spring 2009 (thanks mlaiuppa!) collection. A similar dress can be seen here
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Basso & Brooke in Outfits
Reader Comments (162)
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I love how this brings to mind Love Jones for so many of you. It's my FAVORITE love story of all time. And yes, Mrs. O's look does bring to mind the artsy/ethnic flare that you see when you go to poetry slams. She just knows how to nail it for all occasions. Love love love it!
Hello Saiorsgirl,
No snarkiness here !
Thanks for the "welcome" Godsend.
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Amen
Has there been any information yet on the designer of these great earrings? I'd love to know. If the info has been posted, would someone kindly point me to it?
Thanks
Hello, River Rush!
I wasn't being "snarky" when I referred to Mrs. O as being "mocha."
I am "mocha." It's a GREAT flavor (and my husband's favorite.) ;-)
Mrs. O is the business!!!! Spoken Word at the White House? I must say it feels good to seeing a down to earth First family !
Michelle is really looking great here. She is dressed casual but still sophisticated. For a cheaper "Look for Less" option on this ensemble, please check out http://firstladiesstyle.onsugar.com/3081250
I am desperate for those earrings too Posh Tater...
Really nice haiku McKinley...
Thank you, C.
Mrs. O is on point with this ensemble. I would totally wear this out! Finally a First Lady who is not afraid to wear a little sparkle and show a little shoulder. Those earrings are fantastic! Here's a short clip from the night's festivities.
http://www.politico.com/singletitlevideo.html?bcpid=1155201977&bctid=22986345001
"As a man of color who adores and works with women of color, there are quite a few conservative, non-jewelry wearing women who blend in wonderfully."
WELL SAID!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm pretty conservative in my clothing (no trousers, no jewels) and I still look AMAZING.
Thank you!!!