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Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Nobody: 1:19pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
When First Lady Michelle Obama stepped on stage on election night, the entire world was watching—and fashion copy-cats were taking note. Last week, British retailer Asda unveiled their new line of George brand holiday dresses and "The Michelle"—a $32 metallic red-and-black floral number inspired by the first lady's pricey Michael Kors creation—sold out within 48 hours. Related: Michelle Obama's Grey Manicure Sparks Trend "Our Michelle Obama inspired flower jacquard dress was an instant hit amongst shoppers," George brand director Fiona Lambert told The Daily Mail. The party dress's popularity was no accident: It was designed and named after George and Asda shoppers chose Michelle Obama as the most-impressive female dresser, ranking her ahead of Gwyneth Paltrow and Victoria Beckham. The entire fashion-icon inspired line—the big box retailer's new Moda "Impress Dresses" collection—launched on November 21, and sales have been brisk. Related: Michelle Obama's Pink DNC Convention Dress Out in December "'The Impress Dress collection has been flying off the shelves this week," Lambert said. "We're urging women to get their hands on their favorite before we sell through completely." Asda—kind of like a British version of Target—carries everything from electronics and furniture to gardening tools and baby clothes. Its George clothing caters to their fashion-conscious (and money-conscious) customers, and the Impress Dresses feature plenty of on-trend embellishments like baroque details and lace trim. Michelle Obama's penchant for pairing high-end accessories with off-the-rack bargains is well known—she wore a cute fuschia-and-brown dress from Target when she talked with Yahoo! Shine last fall—and it makes her style much more accessible, something that bargain shoppers around the world can appreciate. She's also not afraid to wear her favorites more than once. The first lady has worn the same Kors wine-colored brocade dress at least twice before, at a 2009 holiday event at the White House and in November 2010 at a Medal of Honor Ceremony in Washington, D.C. But the third time's the charm: It wasn't until she came out on stage to celebrate her husband's re-election that Asda started marketing their version. We have to admit: Aside from the box pleats, high neckline, and cap sleeves, we don't think Asda's dress has much in common with Kors'; the shiny, bright-red roses are far cry from Kors' rich wine-colored brocade. But, as retailers were quick to learn with Kate Middleton, if it's marketed as something a fashion icon might wear, fans will snap it up—especially if it's in limited supply. "The Michelle" dress will not be restocked, Asda reps told the Daily Mail, making the sold-out dress an instant collector's item. http://shine.yahoo.com/fashion/knockoff-michelle-obama-election-night-dress-sells-2-183500132.html
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Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by ejifranks(m): 2:11pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Nice .... I need to sell my Boxers rite now 1 Like |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by pendusky(m): 2:13pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
how does this change the price of garri in Nigeria? 1 Like |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Nobody: 2:15pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
^Prepare for what comes up next. @OP Nice but ummm, I don't wear a dress so NEXT!!! |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by buccal(m): 2:17pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
I go buy for my girlfriend when the dress turn 2nd hand for naija.aba boiz I dey wait 4 una |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by dilbert100: 2:19pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
it's horrible 1 Like |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Saloze: 2:19pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Every thing in d United state is news. Hw much will u buy mrs Gej dress? Even if dey dash me I nor take. 3 Likes |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Nobody: 2:23pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Good. i need to sell my grand mothers dress fast |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Splendblex(f): 2:24pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
ejifranks: Nice .... I need to sell my Boxers rite nowhehehaha only boxers? |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by mmmustapha(m): 2:28pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
How will dis reduce d price of petrol, abeg who will buy my sallah dress |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by free2ryhme: 2:31pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
i wan auction shimmy.. who go buy |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Nobody: 2:42pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
I don't follow fashion trends, I lead the way. |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by mamagee3(f): 2:48pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Lol!!! Michelle Obama is loved by many |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by ask4double(m): 3:02pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
pendusky: how does this change the price of garri in Nigeria?You are BAN! |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Lusaint(m): 3:15pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
And |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by slimyem: 3:18pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
The dress is ugly!!! Nonsense paparratzi!!! |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Nobody: 3:29pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
pendusky: how does this change the price of garri in Nigeria? Ain't you odes tired of this gari bullsshit already? It's dead gone and boring. Can't you see y'all ain't getting likes anymore? |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by omongbatic: 3:58pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
There is little no similarity between the dresses. One has an exposed arm, the other does not |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Nobody: 3:59pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
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Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Nobody: 4:43pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
rafhell: Ok! That's not gonna make you less stupiddd 1 Like |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by OkikiOluwa1(m): 4:48pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
How much is Patience Jonathan's dress worth? |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by saintade01(m): 4:49pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Ladies with their wahala haba |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Rosebela(f): 5:18pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
What of dame PGJ i want to buy that one@op more infomation |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by salolo(m): 7:28pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
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Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by phaya(f): 8:31pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
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Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Wendyslim(f): 8:59pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
pendusky: how does this change the price of garri in Nigeria?i tire ooooooo |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by bblacky(f): 9:01pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Ds kind dress no go sell 4 9ja at al! |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by Wendyslim(f): 9:02pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Crazy people. Very soon dem go put am inside bail come sell am as okirika for 9ja @ the rate of 200 naira |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by yomalex(m): 9:50pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
interesting but will she get royalty payment/ |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by pendusky(m): 5:31am On Nov 30, 2012 |
ask4double: You are BAN!U wan ban Mod? |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by 5much(m): 9:03am On Nov 30, 2012 |
waiting for the naija version |
Re: Michelle Obama's Election Night Dress Sells Out In 48 Hours. by DonaldGenes(m): 9:49am On Nov 30, 2012 |
buccal: I go buy for my girlfriend when the dress turn 2nd hand for naija.aba boiz I dey wait 4 unaHahahahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa cheiiiiii laugh go wound me ooo |
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