Michelle Obama Best Summer Dresses
Michelle Obama's Summer Dresses Are What Your Dream Closet Is Made Of
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Over the years, former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama has been applauded for her great taste in glamorous gowns, and she most recently dazzled with her incredibly chic wardrobe during the promotion of her bestselling memoir, Becoming, all while redefining the meaning of power dressing — I mean, who could forget that blue sparkly jumpsuit? But should you need yet another reason as to why Michelle Obama will forever be our style icon, I have one question for you: have you ever noticed how incredible her Summer dresses are?
With what seems to be a special affinity for floral midis, Michelle's sartorial game is, without a doubt, among some of the best out there when it comes to Summer dresses. From unexpected geometrical prints and slightly more formal options (perfect for the office!) to pretty pastel colours, delicate lace, and more relaxed styles that'll have you wishing Summer would never end, Michelle Obama has, over the past few years, managed to elevate the simple Summer dress into a sophisticated piece that we simply couldn't do without.
Ahead, get a closer look at some of her best dress styles, and shop similar pieces to channel Michelle's go-to looks — believe me when I say that some of these dresses will change your closet for the better.
Michelle's Floral Print Midi Dress
In April 2015, Michelle Obama attended the Whitney Museum of American Art Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in New York, dressed in an elegant floral midi dress that she paired with black pumps.
Oasis Floral Dress
Maje Floral-Print Ruffled Crepe Maxi Dress
Parker Kathy Floral Dress
Michelle's Red Shirt Dress
A good shirt dress is a staple, as proven by Michelle Obama in June 2015. Back then, she paired her red number with black ballet flats.
Lela Rose Ribbon-Trim Double-Breasted Midi Shirtdress
Charter Club Cap-Sleeve Shirtdress
Proenza Schouler Crêpe Shirt Dress
Michelle's Pink Gingham Halter Neck Dress
On the Fourth of July of the same year, Michelle and Barack Obama hosted an Independence Day event for military personnel and White House staff on the South Lawn of the White House. For the occasion, she wore a pink gingham halter neck dress by Michael Kors, which she paired with metallic heels.
Fashion Union Midi Dress With High Halter Neck in Gingham
Solid & Striped Tiered Strappy Gingham Dress
Missguided Blush Gingham Cami Ruffle Hem Dress
Michelle's Crochet Floral Dress
For Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day in April 2016, Michelle stunned in a pretty crochet floral dress, which she accessorised with yellow heels.
Saylor Floral Embroidered Crochet-Trim Dress
Fashion Union Drop Hem Midi Dress in Floral
Melissa Odabash April Crochet Midi Dress
Michelle's Green Geometric Print Dress
Cefinn Matilda Belted Printed Crepe Midi Dress
Diane von Furstenberg Farrell Printed Dress
Etro Geometric Shift Dress
Michelle's Striped Dress
While in Spain, Michelle worked this striped midi with a pair of beige wedges.
Diane von Furstenberg Charleigh Striped Woven Midi Wrap Dress
MII Striped Sleeveless Wrap Dress
Calvin Klein Striped Wrap Maxi Dress
Michelle's Graphic Midi
Michelle paired this fun Preen by Thornton Bregazzi midi with simple flat sandals.
Loewe Aubrey Beardsley-Print Shirtdress
Lafayette 148 New York Augustina Piazza Print Shirtdress
Marina Rinaldi Dalia Graphic Print Cady Dress
Michelle's Yellow Lace Dress
In August 2016, Michelle Obama stunned in this yellow number, complete with strappy sandals.
Keepsake The Label Imagine Lace Midi Dress
Boohoo Heavy Lace Embroidered Ruffle Skater Dress
Maje Embroidered-Lace Midi Shirt Dress
Michelle's Navy Dress With Contrasting Piping
Ahead of her family's annual two week holiday, Michelle stepped out in this elegant midi, which she paired with pretty floral sandals.
Lela Rose Cold-Shoulder Ruffled Crepe Midi Dress
Boohoo Slash Neck Tie Waist Midi Dress
Michelle's Black and White Gingham Dress
When returning from holiday, Michelle kept things simple and casual with a gingham dress and white sneakers.
Calvin Klein Gingham Midi Shirtdress
Ganni Gingham Wrap Dress
Zalinah White Alice Swing Skater Midi Dress
Michelle's Floral Wrap Dress
Michelle paired this elegant floral wrap dress with simple black pumps.
All Saints Delana Caro Floral Wrap Dress
Missguided Plus Black Floral Wrap Midi Dress
Bardot Floral Print Faux Wrap Chiffon Dress
Michelle's Chevron Dress
She styled her slightly more formal chevron dress with black suede heels.
Ted Baker Flissie Zip-Front Striped Midi Dress
Loft Chevron Strappy Maxi Dress
Live Unlimited Chevron Print Shirt Dress
Michelle's White Cotton Midi Dress
We can't work out what's cooler here: Michelle's white dress, her cork wedges, or her Prada bag?
KENZO Shirting Belted Dress
J. Crew Rudbeckia Belted Dress
Mara Hoffman Luna Belted Maxi Dress
Michelle's Pink Floral Midi Dress
In August 2019, Michelle wore a long-sleeved number with simple white pumps.
