First Lady Michelle Obama at a reception at Buckingham Palace for Heads of State and Government-pics

[Kadie]

Lovely.



US's First Lady Michelle Obama, left, and Ambassador Louis B. Susman arrive at Buckingham Palace in London for a reception hosted by Queen Elizabeth II for the heads of state and governments prior to them attending the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games, Friday, July 27, 2012.




LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 27: First Lady Michelle Obama and Louis Susman, United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, arrive for a reception at Buckingham Palace for Heads of State and Government attending the Olympics Opening Ceremony at Buckingham Palace on July 27, 2012 in London, England.




LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 27: US First Lady Michelle Obama and US Ambassador Louis Susman (L) meets Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge as US Ambassador Louis Susman looks on during a reception at Buckingham Palace a reception for Heads of State and Government attending the Olympics Opening Ceremony on July 27, 2012 in London, England.


LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 27: US First Lady Michelle Obama and US Ambassador Louis Susman (L) meets Queen Elizabeth II and US Ambassador Louis Susman during a reception at Buckingham Palace a reception for Heads of State and Government attending the Olympics Opening Ceremony on July 27, 2012 in London, England.


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[Rosa Luxemburg]

1. Just fabulous!

The Queen and Michelle are best pals!

[monmouth]

7. Michelle looks exceedingly stunning. Just perfect..sorry, don't mean to go on and on but

I would love to have that dress...I mean it.

[xxqqqzme]

22. It is quite lovely.

I think the style would compliment different sizes and heights too.

Love the shoes!

[Nay]

90. I'm not a big clothes horse or anything, but that dress- it's beautiful. I'd love to wear it myself.

Hmmm, bet I could sew something similar - must go to fabric store.....

[calimary]

24. I'd love it too, but it wouldn't look good on me the way it does on her.

She's just truly lovely. Elegant, classy, tasteful, a shining light of grace and charm - FABULOUS as an ambassador of the U.S. And make no mistake, the First Lady and the President, too, are also, among their many responsibilities, ambassadors representing this country to the world whenever they step outside our geographical boundaries. Hell, anymore, with the international extension of the media and internet, you don't even need to step outside the border to be a representative of your country.

But Michelle Obama takes it to a whole 'nother level that's simply sublime. We are extremely well-served. THAT is the face of The American Woman to the world. And that makes me VERY proud!

On another matter, I wouldn't mind having shoes like hers in your collection of photos. Those I'd definitely wear!

[goclark]

80. YES SHE CAN!

Wow! Our FIRST LADY represents all that is good about our country!

[Daemonaquila]

36. Me too.

I hate the habit of focusing on First Ladies' fashions and such, but wow - she really was stunning today. And yes, I want one too! Well played!

[handmade34]

76. see post #75

it is an awesome outfit!!!

[VPStoltz]

26. One mustn't touch her maj. but she was all huggy with the FLOTUS the last time she was there.

Oops, for the incomplete communication...

[sinkingfeeling]

2. Where's Mitt? Wasn't he invited to meet the Queen?

[Kadie]

3. .

[freshwest]

10. Yeah, I don't think she'd care for the arrogant 'It's our turn now' types like Ann...

I was surprised at the picture of her standing with Susman. The Queen looks short next to Michelle.

She also looks rather frail. But then she takes her position very seriously as a religious vow. Not many would submit to having that crown on your head as a fixture of British symbolism.

I would not want to be her or her family living in a fishbowl. Thanks, Kadie, for more great pics.

[handmade34]

77. almost everyone

looks short next to Michelle Obama... I met her and I felt very short (of course, I am only 5'1&quot ... she is tall, but also her demeanor gives her height and a powerful presence

[Rosa Luxemburg]

17. Good point!

He wasn't invited ha ha! The Royal snub.

[elleng]

34. rmoney ain't no head of state, ya know!

[wordpix]

60. rofl, lmao

[sarge43]

72. He's not a head of state nor represents one

If he met HM, don't even what to think about what a boor he'd be. He's done enough damage.

[Not Me]

4. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE looking at candid shots of the Obama's

Their authenticity comes across so beautifully through the lens.

[1StrongBlackMan]

5. Please Note ...

Everyone is smiling and no one is pointing and laughing.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/10021031182

[liberal N proud]

6. That's how you visit another country

With grace style and respect for their culture.

You don't go in and tell them they don't know what they are doing.

[jillan]

8. She is gorgeous!! Radiant! Pure Class <3

[mazzarro]

9. What the *blip* does the Queen carry in her handbag all the time? -- n/t

[sinkingfeeling]

14. Maybe it's the secret code to the nukes!

[Historic NY]

15. Its her security blanket, much like an gentleman carrying his umbrella

Enquiring minds want to know: just what does Queen Elizabeth carry in that purse? As it turns out, there is more to the royal purse than its meager contents. It doubles as a signal device. When the Queen is carrying out her royal duties at some function, she uses her purse to communicate with her servants. When she shifts the bag from one arm to another, for instance, it means she’s ready to leave. When at a banquet, if the Queen sets her purse on the floor, it’s another bad sign. She finds the conversation boring and wants to escape. However, if the royal bag dangles happily from the crook of her left arm, she is happy and relaxed. (2)

One thing that can always be found inside the Queen’s purse is an S-shaped metal meat hook that she can place on the edge of a piece of furniture and hang her purse on it. She always carries a metal make-up case given to her by Prince Philip as a wedding gift. She carries a collection of good luck charms, most of them gifts from her children, including dogs, horses, saddles, and horsewhips, reports the Daily Express, and photos of her children. She is never without her mints, chocolate drops for her corgi dogs, and a crossword or two snipped from the papers by her attendants.

Majesty magazine reports that the Queen carries a comb, a handkerchief, a small gold compact and a tube of lipstick in her handbag. On Sundays, she carries paper money to place in the collection plate at church.

http://lisawallerrogers.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/whats-in-the-queens-purse/

[tblue37]

48. Chocolate is dangerous for dogs! someone needs to tell her. nt

[Rhiannon12866]

63. I know! And she's not exactly a novice dog owner...

I once spent half the night on the phone with SPCA poison control when my cocker got into some chocolate...

[vlyons]

29. I know some of the things in the Queen's purse!

Her purse is light weight because she may have to stand for a rather long time at public events. Her purse always has a comb, powder compact and lipstick because she wants to spruce up if there's several events on the same day. And ... a safety pin, which is something her Mother taught her to always carry.

[progressoid]

38. Maybe she gets upset if she carries a fiver, saying [forlornly], "Oh, God. I used to be so pretty!"

Apparently, the Queen does carry money, but a lot of people think she doesn't, but apparently, she . . . for Sundays, she always has money, in unspecified denominations, folded in her handbag there. And also she has a comb, apparently, a handkerchief, a small gold compact, and a tube of lipstick.

Maybe she gets upset if she carries a fiver, saying [forlornly], "Oh, God. I used to be so pretty!"

http://www.freewebs.com/qitranscripts/302.htm

[mulsh]

43. a sterling flask filled with good gin.

n/t

[d_b]

83. haha

[enough]

11. Soccer, tennis and games in the morning -- calm, serene, and poised in the afternoon.

And beautiful. She's royalty, if there is such a thing.

[The Wielding Truth]

12. Now there's our true representative. Our warm gracious informed First Lady, Michelle Obama!

I'm so proud to have her as our leader's partner and wife. Love her!

[KT2000]

13. that dress is perfect

someone must have designed it especially for her - the silhouette and the styling are outstanding.

[speedoo]

16. Yes it is.

She looks fabulous. Makes me so proud to be an American.

[Patiod]

18. I feel the same way

So proud (after those 8 years of being mortified)

[calimary]

25. No kidding!

I do, too.

[vlyons]

32. Hey cut that out!

Laura Bush was a good first lady. Just because George was a doofus, don't vent on Mrs. Bush.

[Patiod]

44. You are correct - I was mortified by Junior Bush

Mrs Bush was okay. Not bad, not spectacular.

[qwlauren35]

57. The mortification is from the POTUS, not the FLOTUS.

I have nothing against Laura Bush, but you have to admit, she was never under such a bright spotlight. We not only have a biracial president, we also have a black First Lady (no other way to spin it!). The right wing had to dig to find something to criticize her with and she was said to be demonizing obese children, and how dare she tell parents what to feed their kids!

Michelle Obama's popularity thrills me to pieces. I also think she represented our country well in the UK, and typically does when she goes abroad.

All I can hope from this is that it gives a boost to Obama's fundraising efforts. But I'm afraid that the rest of the world is too financially strapped to throw money at American politics.

[Mira]

66. Good how?

what legacy did she leave?
Other than that, dear vlyons, I would not vent on her. Whatever that means. But I think I would cut some air vents in her clothes that forever looked like the drapes Scarlett cut down to fool Rhett.

In a tongue in cheek way I apologize to you. I can't abide Laura Bush, her drugged appearance, or her vacuous smile. And I think as first lady she was about as effective as a slammed door in the face of a beggar.

[citizen blues]

49. Not just mortified by the last "W", but

also by his vacuous, cookie-cutter, stepford wife. Never did see much of the FLOTUS with W. Bush. I'm not sure she could speak.

Michelle is stunningly beautiful, intelligent, articulate, and graceful. She is truly the face of the American woman and portrays the independence within the relationship with her life partner that is such an outstanding role model for all our daughters!!!!

I have such admiration and respect for her.

[MsPithy]

28. Respectfully, there is something wrong with the dress.

The silhouette is great, styling, concept, fabrics, all OK.

The neckline is wretched! And the cap sleeves, which FLOTUS has absolutely rocked in other outfits, are a disaster! They make her 100% perfect arms look flabby. No dress should ever be allowed to do that!

The top she wore earlier in the day, looked awesome! How about this neck and sleeveless, on the white and silver dress?

http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/07/27/michelle-obama-to-olympians-im-still-so-inspired-by-you/

[juajen]

41. Respectfully, you need your eyes checked. She looks stunning!

[MsPithy]

47. Michelle Obama always looks stunning, because she is a stunning and elegant woman.

That does not change the fact that the dress is at the very least, awkward.

My God, look at the neckline! It is so sharp and tight, her carotid artery might be in danger!

[handmade34]

54. I believe the outfit is gorgeous

and Michelle Obama appears very comfrotable in it... I met her at the White House and from watching her otherwise, I don't think she is one willing to dress in uncomfortable clothing...

"For the royal reception, Mrs. Obama wore a white viscose techno crepe tailored jacket with overlapped side panels and silver embroidery from the J. Mendel 2013 Resort collection, along with a J. Mendel ivory silk satin faced chiffon pleated skirt, accessorizing with metallic pewter pointed toe pumps..."

...perception appears to be everything... knowing the fabric helps to understand the fit of the jacket...

[goclark]

81. Agree ~ seems 99 1/2% agree with us

[demwing]

42. there had to be one post

that had a better idea, better dress, better something...

[MsPithy]

50. If designers don't want their work to be critiqued,

they should find a different line of work. They could design bed sheets or bath towels or toilet tissue, things no one sees but the owner.

I can count on one hand the number of times the First Lady has worn something so unbecoming. If Obamabots can not even except the fact that maybe 5 times, Michelle Obama wore a less than perfect dress, well, shouldn't you be spending your time on more important discussions?

Go excoriate someone for wanting the Public Option, or berate someone who questions the appointment of Tim Geithner. Your blind devotion is wasted on the defense of party dresses.

[demwing]

52. 1. The dress is very, very nice

2. I am hardly an Obamabot. The real Obamabots here would offended.

3. If you can't handle having your opinion critiqued then maybe the Internet is not for you.

[juajen]

67. I'm curious, what is your expertise in fashion matters?

The FLOTUS has expert advice from many designers and experts, and, even though I have not always liked everything she wears, I found your criticism unfounded. So, on what do you base your criticism?

[Ineeda]

74. I disagree. I think the outfit is

beautiful, appropriate for the occasion, well-fitted, flattering on our FLOTUS, and looks comfortable. I must admit that I get a little nervous when a diaphanous, flowing skirt is exposed to the hazards of random breezes. Can you imagine one of those Marilyn Monroe moments? The righties would go (even more) out of their minds.

[AtheistCrusader]

82. I think it looks fantastic on her. Really compliments her.

Your criticism rings hollow with me.

[ailsagirl]

89. She's elegant and stunning, with a gorgeous smile that never quits

Thanks for posting!!

[The Wielding Truth]

79. Maybe, but she is radiant in it.

[wordpix]

61. looks good on her, plus hair and shoes are great

not one for heels myself but to meet the royals, I might make an exception

[Warpy]

19. The word that pops into my head when she's photographed

all dressed up for an occasion is "regal." It's not just her height, it's the way she carries herself.

I've never much minded if First Ladies fell short of that particular mark, it's not as though they're getting paid for anything they do. It's just nice having one who doesn't.

[dmr]

37. +10000

[Lifelong Protester]

20. She is just 'it' , isn't she?

Boy, she has 'it', and I am proud of our First Lady. Love Michelle!

[djean111]

21. Romney is not a "head of state" - except, of course, in his own head.

So he would not have been invited, methinks, even if he wasn't getting the gold medal for boorishness.
Michelle does look stunning!

[Emit]

23. She's so beautiful!

Lovely, indeed.

[ohgeewhiz]

27. Mitt Romney EAT THAT PICTURE OF Michelle and Queen !!!!

That's about as far as this goes!

Romney, embarrassing our nation worldwide, publicly rebuked and humiliated by the London Mayor in front of 60,000 live fans of the Olympics, and on worldwide TV in the English Speaking world.

Meanwhile, our wonderful First Lady, playing fun games with kids and David Beckham, and then going over for tea with the Queen! CLASS!!!!!!!!!!!

[bonniebgood]

30. This is one of the prettiest dresses

I have ever seen her wear. Just Fabulous. She wears it well.

[northoftheborder]

31. Very lovely.

And I love her hair this length and style.

[Turbineguy]

33. Picture 4

Yeah, I'd be smiling too.

[Smilo]

35. I am so glad she is our FLOTUS

the grace, elegance, intelligence and beauty that Michelle has is something most women dream about....... me for one

[juajen]

39. WOW! This might be her prettiest look ever. Goodness, how gorgeous she looks!

[cilla4progress]

40. Crap!

The Olympics always make me cry, and now I have another reason.

I am so honored to be represented by this beautiful, natural, genuine, woman (and her not-so-bad husband!) on the world stage. She makes America look good, and makes up for the horrible embarrassment of Rmoney / Bush in recent years.

She is lovely, inside and out.

Thank you, Michelle!!

[southernyankeebelle]

45. Mrs Obama looks soooooooobeautiful. You can see she wants to be there and is enjoying

the queen. I think behind the scenes they have a great relationship. Am so proud of our first lady.

[Astazia]

46. Michelle, our beloved FLOTUS Looks Fabulous!!!

Kadie Thanks for the beautiful pics. Screen saver alert.

[valerief]

51. That woman knows how to dress! nt

[liberalmuse]

53. God, I love this woman so much!

I can't remember a First Lady ever being like her - gracious, genuine, classy, yet athletic, warm and down-to-earth.

[joanbarnes]

55. What a radiant, beautiful Lady!

[JNelson6563]

56. Perfect.

Love the look. First class all the way.

[Douglas Carpenter]

58. the contrast with the other story in the British news is just so great

[siligut]

59. Here's those tears again

Thank you for posting these Kadie

[AtomicKitten]

62. So proud of our First Lady. She is so beautiful and gracious.

[skeewee08]

64. Pretty

She is so elegant

[glinda]

65. Man she is classy.

[NBachers]

68. We are living in special times to have this lady in our lives

Let us open our hearts and embrace her. These are moments in time to carry with us forever. Everything about her just knocks me out.

[pinto]

69. Kick

[bitchkitty]

70. The Queen is shrinking! n/t

[sarge43]

71. "Isn't she lovely..."

Romney: Boorish, arrogant, clumsy, insular, mean in both senses of the word

Michelle Obama: Gracious, generous, natural charm, out going, good natured

Thank you, Mrs Obama. Well done.

[great white snark]

73. My goodness! She is elegance personified.

We are lucky to have her.

[handmade34]

75. for you fashion-conscious sorts...

Michelle Obama's jacket... she does it better than any model and has the sense to put a flowing skirt with it

http://modaoperandi.com/jmendel/resort-2013/rtw-644/looks/look-21-168-16491/&cid=pn/vogue-us_R13_JMendel_direct

[DCBob]

78. Meanwhile Mrs Rmoney is tormenting some poor horse so she can win a gold medal.

Those are the photo ops the Romney campaign desperately wanted.

[Beaverhausen]

84. I noticed that Michelle doesn't carry a purse but all the other ladies are

The queen's handbag always looks so silly. But where does Michelle keep her lipstick, etc?

[MissMarple]

85. In the Ambassador's pocket?

Mine is often in my husband's.

[lovemydog]

86. I love the looks

of mutual respect.

[SoapBox]

87. She looks great...

Elegant and graceful.

Meanwhile, Mittens yaps his flap and then tries to get (as ABC just said) the perfect photo op during the Olympics.

Thanks Mittens for using out athletes at the first swimming match as a tool.

[DebJ]

88. Gorgeous, gracious, a warm and true lady, as always. So proud to have her as the First Lady!