Twice as Nice in Michael Kors

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In a second appearance today, Mrs. O attended the 2010 National Medal of Arts and National Humanities Medal ceremony in the East Room of the White House. For the occasion, the First Lady chose a teal silk matelasse dress by Michael Kors, last worn for a White House holiday event in December 2009.

"Obama on Arts and Humanities" [ABC News]

"A Festive Frock" [Mrs. O]

Mrs. O Reads Dr. Seuss

Official White House Photo by Saul Loeb

First Lady Mrs. O attended the National Education Association's Read Across America Kickoff at The Library of Congress in Washington, DC today. Mrs. O joined Secretary of Education Duncan to read "Green Eggs and Ham" to a group of young Dr. Seuss enthusiasts. (Today also marked the late Dr. Seuss's 107th birthday.)

For the event, Mrs. O turned to a springy pink and white floral print top, paired with a full, red skirt and coordinating obi-inspired belt. A jeweled flower pin accessorized the look. P.S. Does anyone recognize this top? It looks O so familiar... Thanks to reader Lys, who identified the skirt as Marc by Marc Jacobs, seen here. And to reader Iris, who identifed the top as Duro Olowu. The floral pattern was used in the designer's Spring Summer 2010 collection, seen here.

"Michelle Obama reads Dr. Seuss to Kids" [Washington Post]

Pretty Purple Peter Som

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First Lady Mrs. O and Dr. B gave remarks in the State Dining Room of the White House today, before President Obama and Vice President Biden hosted a meeting with a bipartisan group of governors. Purple was the color du jour. Jill Biden wore an asymmetric purple dress adorned with a brooch at the neckline. Mrs. O wore a Fall 2010 print dress by Peter Som, last seen in September.

First Look: 2011 Governors Ball

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Tonight marks two glamour-filled events: the Oscars, and yes, the annual White House Governors Dinner. A first peek reveals Mrs. O dressed in a chartreuse silk crepe one-shoulder gown with asymmetrical hem by Prabal Gurung, accessorized with statement floral earrings.

P.S. This year, like last, there are limited photos. Fingers crossed for a White House Flickr update!

Mrs. O Wears a L'Wren Scott Jumpsuit

Photo by Pablo Martinez Monsivais / AP Images

First Lady in a jumpsuit? This must be new sartorial ground. Following yesterday's student workshop, Mrs. O attended the White House Music Series event saluting Motown. For the concert, the First Lady wore a black satin and silk taffeta jumpsuit by L'Wren Scott. For inquiring minds, the jumpsuit is look 20 from the designer's Spring 2010 collection, seen here. Cathy Waterman jewelry completed the look.