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CeleBeauty Watch: First Lady Michelle Obama In Jason Wu at 2013 Inaugural Ball

January 22, 2013 / No Comments

First Lady of The United States Michelle Obama dawned a red velvet gown by Jason Wu for the Commander-In-Chief’s 2013 Inaugural Ball. Michelle’s gown was paired with Kimberly McDonald jewels and Jimmy Choo heels.

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