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Michelle Obama s Fabulous Fashion Finale at Her 14th White House State Dinner

The first lady cemented her fashion icon status by rocking a gold Versace gown

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama welcome Prime Minister Matteo Renzi of Italy and his wife, Agnese Landini to their last state dinner at the White House. Al Drago/The New York Times/Redux ; it also brought attention to her toned arms — all of which gave her a glamorous, statuesque allure. Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. Wearing the Versace gown could also be looked at as a fashionable victory lap after her galvanizing speech in New Hampshire in which she spoke eloquently and fiercely about the virtues and power of womanhood against the backdrop of political-campaign theater. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama at the first state dinner with India's Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his wife Gursharan Kaur. Brooks Kraft/Getty Images Donatella Versace gave Obama a mighty shout-out on Instagram by saying: “Thank you, Michelle, for all the things you have done for America and for the world, and especially, for empowering and inspiring women everywhere.” The attendees for the Obama’s 14th state dinner included such celebrities as Gwen Stefani, Gayle King, Savannah Guthrie, Giorgio Armani, Jerry Seinfield and Roberto Benigni. AARP NEWSLETTERS %{ newsLetterPromoText }% %{ description }% Subscribe AARP VALUE & MEMBER BENEFITS See more Health & Wellness offers > See more Flights & Vacation Packages offers > See more Finances offers > See more Health & Wellness offers > SAVE MONEY WITH THESE LIMITED-TIME OFFERS