# Sapphire First Lady Frocks Michelle Obama Dazzles in Marchesa at the White House State Dinner By Rebecca Byers | Published 2012-03-17 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michelle-obama2 References: [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151403711910354.828725.230687490353&type=3) & [blogs.wsj](http://blogs.wsj.com/runway/2012/03/15/michelle-obama-wears-marchesa-to-the-white-house-state-dinner/tab/slideshow/) President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama recently hosted British Prime Minister David Cameron and his wife Samantha Cameron at the [British White House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandora-the-fashion-awards-2025) State Dinner in Washington, DC. First Lady Michelle Obama chose to wear a stunning draped teal column dress for the occasion. Michelle Obama has gained recognition in the past for her sartorial choices and especially for promoting American designers. The First Lady accessorized the flattering [Marchesa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-designer-marchesa) gown with a bold statement necklace called “Pearls in Peril” by Tom Binns. Samantha Cameron wore a blue floral gown by British designer [Alessandra Rich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandra-rich). Marchesa designer Georgina Chapman was present at the dinner, in addition to other top Obama fundraisers including George Clooney, Anna Wintour and Warren Buffet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Political](https://www.trendhunter.com/political) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fashion Diplomacy:** There's a growing trend of promoting national designers and showcasing sartorial choices as a way to enhance international relations. - **Statement Accessories:** Bold and unique accessories are becoming more popular to make a fashion statement. - **Celebrity Endorsement:** The presence of well-known celebrities at events like the White House State Dinner can boost designer brands and create buzz around their latest collections. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers have an opportunity to create clothing that can represent a nation and promote diplomatic relations. - **Jewelry Design:** Designers can create statement accessories that complement and enhance the overall look of an outfit. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can collaborate with celebrities and high-profile individuals to boost attendance and create a sense of exclusivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Bridal Designer Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-designer-marchesa.md) - [Holiday Gown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nana-jacqueline.md) - [Peace-Resembling Dress Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-dress.md) - [Bespoke Lab-Grown Diamond Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandora-the-fashion-awards-2025.md) - [Voting-Themed Fashion Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youve-got-the-power.md) - [Collaborative Couture Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bach-mai.md) - [TV-Star Supported Bridal Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelsey-anderson.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Celebrity-Designed Street Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victoria-beckham-2.md)