Must Read Mrs. O

 

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

Here are a few articles I thought you might enjoy:

(1) In advance of renovations to the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., an expanded exhibition on U.S. First Ladies opens today. The museum has also introduced a new Flickr photostream, here.

"First ladies' gowns return to view at Smithsonian" [Washington Post]

(2) A new New York Times article comments on Mrs. O's latest role: Motivator in Chief.

"First Lady Takes On the Role of Staff Energizer" [New York Times]

(3) Mrs. O's inaugural ball gown is featured in a new book, 100 Unforgettable Dresses, by InStyle Fashion Director Hal Rubenstein.

"The World's Most Famous Dresses" [Washington Post]

Comments

[Mrs 2S]

Thanks for posting the NMAH Flickr page information - gorgeous dresses, suits, and more!
p.s. Grace Coolidge wore sleeveless dresses, too.

[Pinda]

Fascinating history of dresses worn by previous First Ladies. Many sleeveless, many with very soft, slinky fabrics. Thanks so much for the link.

[BSewingLady]

Loving the !st Ladies exhibit on Flickr! Our First Ladies have given us a wonderful legacy of fashion, style and influence (among other things). As women, we have so much influence within our home, family and community and the larger world. How we present ourselves plays a large part in how we are perceived. Fascinating!