The Look documents Michelle Obama’s sartorial choices during and after her tenure in the White House through a collection of over two hundred photographs. Detailed alongside her longtime stylist Meredith Koop, the text examines the specific technical decisions behind her public appearances, from state dinners to casual outings. It outlines the strategic use of color palettes, fabric textures, and silhouettes to communicate specific messages of diplomacy and accessibility. The narrative identifies how specific designers were selected to represent American industry and global diversity on the world stage.
This volume serves fashion students, historians, and individuals interested in the intersection of clothing and politics. Readers examine the logistical realities of high-stakes wardrobing, including the coordination of logistics and tailoring necessary for international travel. By looking at these visual archives, the audience understands how intentional dressing functions as a non-verbal tool for leadership. The book provides a practical look at how aesthetic choices establish a public identity and reinforce personal confidence in professional environments.
Practical, outward-looking, growth-minded and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?
- Publisher
- Crown
- ISBN
- 9780593800706
- Language
- EN
