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Friday
May282010

Off and Away

Image by Alex Brandon / AP Photo

The entire O family is off to Chicago for the holiday weekend. Love the pop of color added to Mrs. O's black and white ensemble by her red ballet flats. And might that be a Vineyard Vines tote Mrs. Robinson is carrying?

Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend!

Update: Fans of Mrs. O's blouse will be happy to know it's a stretch poplin fitted top with collar bow detail from the Moschino Spring/Summer 2010 collection.

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ABOUT TIME YOU GUYS ARE SLOW IN HERE LOVE MRS OBAMA OUTFIT LOVE HER FLATS SHOES ANDHER KIDS LOOKED NICE TO THE GRANDMOTHER GOT I LITTLE CARRYING AWAY SHE WEAR A SUITE LOVE ALL OF THERE TOTES. MT OBAMA WILL HE ALWAYS WEAR A SUITE.

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 1:07 PM | Unregistered CommenterMICHELLE

This blouse is a knock out of the park. I am so excited to learn who the designer is. Wearing a colored flat or heel with a black/white outfit is so pleasing.

Here's hoping the O's have a wonderful and relaxing Chi Town weekend with their friends and family!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 1:12 PM | Registered CommenterBevi

@ Bevi,

I am in awe over that blouse also. I will definitely be looking for that style while shopping this weekend!

It is great the First Family is going home to Chicago for the Memorial Day weekend. Staying connected to extended family and friends is so important, and it is especially good for the girls.

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 1:32 PM | Registered CommenterSoccerNana

Look how the girls are growing up right before our eyes, especially Miss Sasha with her baaad zebra bag!! Go, girl! She is something else!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 1:39 PM | Unregistered Commentercanyongal

Sigh.....I absolutely adore this family ( and that has nothing to do with politics) I just like THEM as people!
Thanks again Mrs. T. for allowing us this experience for at least 3 more years!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 2:10 PM | Registered Commenterbabs

@Nyon If you are reading this, so sorry I didn't check previous postings when I referred to "haters", I guess that was a 2nd or 3rd hand reference up the "pink" thread. My sincere apology!
"Hater" is a terrible word anyway, I will never use it again in this blog even as a reply or a reference.

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 2:23 PM | Registered Commenterbabs

MY FELLOW MS O FOLLOWERS DID YOU HERE WHAT THAT CLOWN GLENN BECK SAID ABOUT
OUR CLASSY LITTLE MICHELLE MALIA I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ANGER.

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 3:42 PM | Unregistered CommenterCMB

No hand holding. No smiling and waving. And, he looked a little strained in the other photo. His smile looked fixed.

I'm certain the President has the Gulf Coast crisis on his mind ... the people, the damage, the cost. Those %$@#$ at BP. And the repercussion to his next election attempt.

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 4:08 PM | Unregistered Commenterglammie

I particularly like Mrs. O's traveling outfit. That white top is beyond sharp. And oh, the girls, the girls. Every time I see a photo of Mrs. Robinson, I want to sit down and talk with her.

Happy holiday weekend, O's!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 4:14 PM | Registered CommenterJMH

The entire family is just so dang good looking. They are all dressed as one should for air travel heading to vacation, whether it's a suit or a top with slacks/capris/long shorts -- very crisp, which is a lot more than I can say about most who travel by air these days. (I have such a hard time sitting next to someone on a plane who likes like he/she just rolled out of bed or finished a work-out or just finished household chores -- it's so icky!) And, seriously, since they're traveling by private plane they could easily say to heck with it and dress down, so I like the fact that they dress this way for travel. As for Mrs. O's flat, I really like the red and how it pops and adds color to the ensemble. I, too, love Sasha's tote -- I want one! Sasha is growing her hair and it looks like Malia may have cut her hair. It's a cute cut -- I wish I could see it from the front. Well, I sure hope they have a fun and relaxing weekend in their home town with their family and friends!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 4:36 PM | Unregistered CommenterAccidental Lobbyist

They all look great! Love the red flats! Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 4:59 PM | Unregistered Commenterkenzie

I love our first family! The black and white outfits with colored flats is so refreshing!

Where can I find the bag like Mrs. Obama's? I love the shape!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 5:11 PM | Unregistered Commenterthely82

It's so cute how all the O women have their own bags!

Mrs. O's black bag! Arghhh. I have been trying to ID it forever, and have ruled out so many different brands. Anyone have a good guess?

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 6:03 PM | Unregistered Commentermiss t

Love this blog, I'd love it if you added "handbags" to the list of accessories you track. I've seen some interesting bags on FLOTUS' arms, no one seems to mention :(

The Lanvin polka dot is lovely.

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 8:30 PM | Unregistered CommenterTru

While I adore my First Family, I am peeved that they are not taking Bo to Chicago for the weekend. I a starting a Milk Bone Party for more travel time with the family for our beloved Bo. Who will join me? LOL! Everyone is looking great! Love love love them!

Friday, May 28, 2010 at 9:51 PM | Unregistered CommenterSilver Pearls and Red Lipstick

Does someone coordinate Sasha and Malia's outfits? Their clothes appear to be so compatible in pictures I've seen of them. Their colors and their shoes style are quite similar in this pic. Just wondering if anyone knows. It definitely makes for lovely pix.
:)

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 3:39 AM | Unregistered CommenterPooch

What a good looking family! I hope that our First Family and everyone else has a wonderful weekend.

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 9:00 AM | Registered CommenterCharlene in Detroit

WELCOME HOME FIRST FAMILY! I hope I get a chance to see you while out and about!

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 10:06 AM | Unregistered CommenterMs. M

I love this family I hope and pray they are able to enjoy themselves, they are long over due for some family bonding time and a little R&R! Everyone have a wonderful weekend. Congrats Mrs. T

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 11:33 AM | Registered CommenterAshley Williams

A well deserved and needed rest, indeed, for the First Family! The weather report, in Chicago, this weekend is supposed to be great for backyard barbeques, lake front beach relaxation, and picnics in the parks! I hope everyone enjoy the holiday with family and friends!

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 4:54 PM | Unregistered CommenterMs. M

Wonderful - they're going to Chicago for the weekend. I heard on CNN The President played basketball with some old friends this morning. Mrs. O is so well poised always, just look at her posture walking and holding her purse. Unprecedented a maz ing First Lady. With everything they've encountered and experienced since they've moved to the White House, they just look so down-to-earth and we love this about them.

@Ms.M - Listened to a bit of Corinne Baily Rae's music online, quite relaxing.

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 6:46 PM | Registered Commenterprettiribbons

Michelle, I think your comment is very rude to our hard-working Mrs. T., who also happens to be planning a wedding. Cut her some slack!

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 7:26 PM | Unregistered CommenterChristen

I agree! Great, great pic! And whoever said they want to sit down and talk to Mrs. Robinson, I agree with that too!

Ok, this is gonna cause some controversy, but I love it when the little girls wear their hair curly or in twists!

But they look great either way!

Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 11:35 PM | Unregistered CommenterMichelleToo

It surely is a vineyard vines tote, I have the same!

Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 7:04 AM | Unregistered CommenterAlexandra

Here they are going to a BBQ - Michelle looks great - Really hit it out of the park (again, of course)'


http://lh3.ggpht.com/_DawJTCHuL3c/TAJtpUnbmiI/AAAAAAAAEzw/olLpIBgRk_c/s1600-h/Isaidstopthedamnleak%5B3%5D.jpg

Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 10:59 AM | Unregistered CommenterLolly

have a nice week end , to the OBAMA FAMILY

Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 2:15 PM | Unregistered CommenterSHELIA

have a nice week end , to the obama family

Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 2:35 PM | Registered CommenterShelia Mcglown

Daylife has album of photos from their walk to neighbor's for BBQ last night:

http://www.daylife.com/photo/05Jw1JZ1mK3Da

Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 3:23 PM | Unregistered CommenterBeeGee

I bet they can't wait to just relaxed and be normal for a weekend. The girls will get to see old friends and just be kids again. Th is is a well deserved mini vacation. I cant wait to getaway in July , with my family. Having the grandmother around is also a blessing. It is so hard to get my mom to travel with us.

Mrs. O knows how to acessorize to make her outfit pop, whether it's flats, purse or bangles. She shines all the time.

Monday, May 31, 2010 at 8:27 AM | Unregistered Commenternuvision

@Silver Pearls: the Obamas did take Bo with them to Chicago: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-mh27obama-bo20100527182618,0,3709931.photo

Monday, May 31, 2010 at 11:43 AM | Registered Commentermarabout40

You can see Bo in all the Daylife photos of their walk to Nesbitts' for BBQ (link up the thread). He appears to be leading the way in most of them.

Monday, May 31, 2010 at 11:46 AM | Unregistered CommenterBeeGee

I saw the pics of the first family walking to the BBQ. I have to say, they all look very tired.

Monday, May 31, 2010 at 1:05 PM | Unregistered CommenterMark

Love it!!

Monday, May 31, 2010 at 2:00 PM | Registered CommenterTHC

And here's a pic of the family on their way back to DC.....

http://www.daylife.com/photo/023647naEtaO0?q=Michelle+Obama

Monday, May 31, 2010 at 9:03 PM | Unregistered CommenterLolly

Various photos taken at Chicago's O'Hare Airport as they departed:

http://www.daylife.com/photo/023647naEtaO0?q=Michelle+Obama

And at Andrews Air Force Base:

http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/slideshow/photo//100531/480/urn_publicid_ap_org_c6df21aa216a43a5a7fd4602ba73ba63/#photoViewer=/100601/480/urn_publicid_ap_org_c9ecfef74cb74ed58f18cebd0266f6a4

Monday, May 31, 2010 at 11:17 PM | Unregistered CommenterBeeGee

Folks, Check out FLOTUS here
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/05/31/michelle-obama-memorial-d_n_595572.html#s95048
and remember Sasha's birthday is coming on the 10th. Saw a slideshow of her showing how she has grown through the years.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 3:34 AM | Registered Commentertrinisamba

LOVE her outfit and the white shirt is a great shape AND proportion for MO. I am really liking this new longer waistline proportion on her.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 4:27 AM | Registered CommenterCouture Coco

Glammie, you are so right. Our President has a lot on his mind and as it should it shows. He didn't even have time to change into comfortable traveling clothes. It must have been difficult for him to leave for a family vacation with so much to contend with...but, I am glad he did. It is just as important to spend time with his familly. Besides, what can he really do in the Gulf. If he had a viable solution to this fiasco he'd have implemented it long before now.

I love that "Grandma" is included in so many functions. Of course they all look cute and fashionalbe, they are the Obamas!!!!!

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 8:26 AM | Unregistered CommenterBrooksie

I'm sure Mrs. Robinson was especially happy to be back in her hometown of Chicago. I hope they all had a happy and peaceful visit home.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 11:42 AM | Unregistered CommenterMRS-G

I have read some negative comments about Obama taking time off--good grief! He works so hard and it seems to me that every time he has a vacation something big comes up to cut into his brief time away. I appreciate the impact the First Lady has on him--her calmness and steadiness must be a real comfort. I imagine he enjoys seeing her in her beautiful "dress up" clothes and her cute casual wear. What an example they are to young families--THAT'S how you treat your spouse and children!

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 12:36 PM | Unregistered Commenterauni

MRS T ITS TIME TO UPDATED IN HERE MRS OBAMA IS ON THE MOIVE AGIAN YOU GUYS ARE SLOW IN HERE. I GET BACK IN THIS SITE NEXT WEEK.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 2:49 PM | Unregistered CommenterMICHELLE

LADY IN ORANGE JUST SAW IT SHE HAVE PEALS AROUND HER NECK HER HAIR IS OUT SHE LOOKED GOOD SHE RESTED VERY WILL OVER THE LONG WEEKED. AND SHE LOOKED I LITTLE BIG IT MUST BE THE DRESS SHE IS WEARRING.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 5:18 PM | Unregistered CommenterMICHELLE

Mrs.O in narciso Rodriguez.

http://www.daylife.com/photo/01GCfS65jt2Ec?q=Michelle-Obama

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 6:02 PM | Registered Commenterchrystelle

Mrs. Obama is hitting the road hard as ever in Nevada with her Lets Move campaign. I love this dress it looks very light stylish Nevada has been known for its heat so Flotus has to do whatever she can to stay cool I wonder what kind of outfit she will wear for the outdoors activity. Below is a link of the dress. And of course my favorite Secret Service Agent.
http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Michelle-Obama/ss/events/pl/050108michelleobama

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 6:04 PM | Registered CommenterAshley Williams

babs, it's all good.

Thanks for the pics Chrystelle and Ashley. She looks lovely!

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 7:14 PM | Registered CommenterNyon

Good Morning,
Ladies today is the big day. Its finally here my sister's graduation ceremony. I have on a blue and white floral print sundress wedges and a belt of course I believe I have channeled my Mrs. O very well. Thank you all again for your suggestions kudos to everyone.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 7:31 AM | Registered CommenterAshley Williams

Ashley, hope you had a wonderful day...it sounds like you were looking simply fabulous.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 7:54 AM | Unregistered CommenterBrooksie

Ashley, your outfit sounds really cute!

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 2:07 PM | Registered CommenterNyon

Best wishes to you, Ashley. You sound comfortable and happy about your choice of attire. Best wishes to your sister, too.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 3:19 PM | Registered CommenterJMH

an outfit that lets her move and shows off that figure!

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 5:24 PM | Unregistered Commentersrnm

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