The Inauguration Gowns that Never Were

Though relatively nubile designer Jason Wu won the honor of having First Lady Michelle Obama wear his work on inauguration night, many designers were clamoring for dress the emerging style icon.

Have a look at some of the best (and best known) designers that Mrs. Obama had to choose from.

Diane Von Furstenberg & Elie Tahari

Some designers even sketched for Sasha and Malia

Oscar De La Renta & Isaac Mizrahi

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Monique L’huillier

Peter Som

Tracy Reese

Christian Lacroix

Betsey Johnson

Michael Kors

Nicole Miller

Chanel

Carolina Herrera

Christian Lacroix

Photos: Honeymag.com

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