The red and black Narciso Rodriguez scoop-neck dress that Michelle Obama rocked on Election Night has received a lot of attention from the fashion-focused. The fact that Mrs. Obama accessorized the wardrobe, however, has practically gone unnoticed.
The future First Lady glammed up her much criticized dress with very expensive earrings. Designed by the exclusive jewelry house Loree Rodkin, “the white-gold, 18 karat, diamond-encrusted, triple-dangle baubles were priced at $11,000,” notes New York Magazine.
Even though Obama’s bling does not compare with Cindy McCain’s ultra expensive jewelry, I feel that a mention was warranted in view of the fuzz created by her dress. And unlike the defeated Republican VP Sarah Palin, Michelle’s expensive jewelery was not purchased with money from her husband’s party.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Expensive Accessories
- There is a growing trend of accessorizing outfits with expensive jewelry, creating opportunities for luxury jewelry brands.
- Fashion Attention to Detail
- Fashion-focused individuals are paying attention to the accessories worn by public figures, highlighting potential opportunities for jewelry designers and stylists.
- Political Fashion Statements
- The political sphere is influencing fashion choices, leading to opportunities for designers to create politically themed accessories.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Luxury Jewelry
- Luxury jewelry brands have the opportunity to capitalize on the trend of accessorizing outfits with expensive jewelry.
- Fashion Design
- Fashion designers and stylists have the potential to benefit from the increased attention to accessories as a statement of personal style.
- Political Merchandise
- With political fashion statements becoming more prevalent, there is an opportunity for designers to create politically themed accessories and merchandise.
