Jason Wu Spring 2009

Designer Jason Wu’s name enjoyed a decidedly sharp spike in search popularity this week. The young clothier had the immaculate privilege of dressing our new First Lady, Michelle Obama for her night of the many inauguration balls.

I wonder how many department stores just placed (or upped) their orders for Wu’s fresh and flowy Spring ’09 offerings. Luckily, the line is plenty deserving and scores an impressive 8/10. Here’s a few Cult picks:

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Mrs. Obama’s choice of Wu for what must of been a magical evening is right on target with her record for style that’s is somehow classic and modern all at once, just like she did on her birthday during the pre-inaugural Whistle Stop Tour:

And again in a Tracy Feith dress the day after the inauguration at the National Prayer Service:

Ehem… this article is about Jason Wu… but who can resist the yummy voyeurism that are “behind the scenes” photos. Lovely:

Tags: barack obama, fashion, inaugural gown, jason wu, michelle obama, spring 2009