Michelle Obama Praised for Wearing Braids to Her Portrait Unveiling
While unveiling her official White House portrait on Wednesday, Michelle Obama also received recognition for her hairstyle which holds significant meaning to the Black community in the U.S.
More than five years after moving out of the president’s mansion, Michelle, 58, and her husband, former President Barack Obama, returned to their former home, where the White House Historical Association presented paintings by artists Robert McCurdy and Sharon Sprung.
Wearing her hair in braids while donning a custom pleated, ombré silk dress designed by her long-time tailor Christy Rilling, the former First Lady grabbed the public’s attention at the historical event and was praised for bringing the representation of her community to such a huge platform.
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