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Michelle Obama has been on the move lately. Like most working women, she has spent the past week mixing her holiday and work obligations with a little fun.
Last Wednesday, the First Lady took her oldest daughter Malia with her to volunteer at the non-profit, Martha's Table, which helps at-risk children and families in the Washington DC area. The two worked to deliver turkeys and other Thanksgiving goods to families in need.
Mrs. Obama stayed low-key that day, choosing to layer a ribbed cream tank over a long sleeve T-shirt in the same color. She added a pop of color with an elegant lavender beaded silk scarf by Prova. But the First Lady's commitment to service and her ability to pass that passion to her daughters is the best part by far.
On Friday, the world watched the President and the First Lady sit for an exclusive interview with Barbara Walters. While we listened closely, we couldn't help but notice how lovely the First Lady looked. Mrs. Obama stole the show in her chocolate brown, pleated dress with velvet trim by Sophie Theallet, which she accented with an Alexis Bittar pin. Even the President, who was looking dapper as usual, was moved to say, "That's a nice looking dress."
Over the weekend, Michelle and her adorable daughters Sasha and Malia were on-hand to receive the official 2010 White House Christmas tree. Michelle greeted the tree in tan printed pants, a sequined mustard yellow cardigan by J.Crew (available on sale) and a ruffled white blouse. And it's clear that Michelle's love of fashion has been passed down to her daughters. The girls -- who are growing so quickly -- took a page from their mother's handbook, mixing fun colors with cute prints, all while adding their own spin. The world will be watching closely as these girls become young fashion icons.
With the official duties over and done with, the First Family took some time on Saturday to enjoy a local basketball game. The family cheered loudly and proudly for Michelle's brother Craig Robinson, head coach of Oregon State, who was facing Howard University's team.
The family came prepared, decked out in Oregon State's colors, orange and black. Mrs. O kept her look mostly monochromatic, dressing in all one color, in this case a lightweight black turtleneck and black jeans. Her knitted vest added warmth and texture, while her orange belt broke up the dark colors and showed her family pride.