Bold Moves

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The First Lady made a surprise visit to Alice Deal Middle School in Washington, D.C. today, where she showed off her dance moves for a "Let's Move" fitness event. Has Mrs. O mastered Beyonce's "Move Your Body" dance perhaps? See more a few posts down for the official video. 

On a fashion note, Mrs. O appears to be wearing the same silk neon Zero + Maria Cornejo blouse we first saw her in this March, while traveling in South America, here. A silver belt and stack of lucite bangles (Alexis Bittar?) changed up the look. Has anyone else noticed that Mrs. O's palette has gone a bit flouro as of recent? Love it.

Update: OMG ... yes! Even better in video!

One more from reader Mincey. Here, Beyonce surprises students from Harlem PS 161. Incredible!

Hugs and Bhati Beads

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While the First Family toured the South last week, some may have noticed Mrs. O sporting a new accessory. It appears the the First Lady was wearing a Bhati Beads Silk Planets bracelet from J.Crew. 

From the J.Crew website:

Our current obsession: Sanskrit for "to glow," Bhati Beads' handcrafted silk bracelets are individually strung deep in the heart of Wisconsin. Bhati's crafty founder and designer, Margaret Maggard, threads strips of vibrant hand-dyed silk through brass beads to make these must-have, boho-cool accents. 

Variations of the bracelets are also available direct from Bhati Beads. Neat!

And for those curious about the photo above -- Mrs. O hugs Diane Bentley, wife of Alabama Governor Robert Bentley. Alabama was hit quite hard by last week's severe weather, prompting the Obamas to visit. 

A Vibrant Floral

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First Lady Mrs. O was joined by Kelly Rippa on the South Lawn of the White House today to encourage young runners participating in LIVE with Regis and Kelly's Run Across America. For the event, Mrs. O paired a vibrant, floral top with a yellow belt and white trousers. Fun! 

Update: The first lady's blouse is Peter Som, from the designer's Spring 2010 collection.

Move Your Body

Beyonce's "Let's Move" video is not to be missed! 

"Beyonce Makes Video in Support of Michelle Obama Effort" [NY Times]

Mrs. O in Balenciaga

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The President and First Lady attended a ceremony to posthumously award the Medal of Honor to Private First Class Anthony T. Kaho'ohanohano and Private First Class Henry Svehla today. Both men were veterans of the Korean War.

For the event, Mrs. O wore a Resort 2010 dress from Balenciaga, last seen here.