Michelle Obama is the definition of a Life Goals. She's smart, charitable, compassionate, driven, and real. Her relationship with Woke Bae Barack is the partnership of equals we all dream of. And let's not forget that her style game is so powerful that she singlehandedly transformed First-Lady fashion from something frumpy into the pinnacle of cool.
As we prepare to say goodbye to the Obamas, let's look back at 31 times that Michelle was actually perfect. Warning: there's some serious inspiration ahead.
This red and black dress was the TRUE victory in 2008.
I lived in Chicago when this happened, and even though I was miles away from the rally, you could hear the cheering all over the city. It was awesome.
And her white Inauguration Ball gown (by Jason Wu) was a literal showstopper.
Michelle was the first First Lady to appear on the cover of US Vogue, because of course she was.
FLAWLESS.
Does she look amazing in a boatneck?
YES SHE DOES.
Why don't I look this put together while walking MY dog?
All black clothing is always chic.
METALLIC BELT GAME TOO STRONG.
Get you a man who looks at you that way.
Is Michelle flawless even when hula-hooping? Damn straight.
And she knows it.
And of course, we have to mention her arms.
#bicepgoals
And how well she wears jewel-tones.
And just LOOK at her slaying at flag football.
Her smile is blinding in its perfection.
THIS DRESS THO.
The red gown is a nod to Chinese president Hu Jintao as he hit up the White House for a State Dinner.
CURLS AND NUDE LIP ALERT.
BONUS POINTS FOR MATCHING FINGERNAILS.
She is an ACTUAL queen.
There's no other explanation for how she can pull off opera-length gloves this well.
Belt game set to maximum fabulousness!
Anyone else really want these two to star in a buddy cop movie together?
Post the name of this movie in the comments, and I will award a winner.
Michelle will also beat you at a push-up contest, and look amazing doing it.
Look at her, mixing purple and teal together like the glamorous angel she is.
My god, they look good together. Hottest First Couple EVER.
STATEMENT NECKLACE, AHOY!
Serving red, white, and blue sundress realness.
Related: Nobody makes flats look more elegant than Michelle. NOBODY.
She's a goddess in a '70s-style maroon floral print...
This is such a great silhouette on her: classic, but still with her individual style on display.
And she debuted new bangs on the cover of US Vogue.
Fun fact: The dress she's wearing is by Reed Krakoff, and she pulled it out of her wardrobe for the shoot.
PINK LIP ALERT!
LOOKING WAY TOO CHIC.
These three ladies make the most compelling game for wearing purple I've ever seen.
Everything about this photo just screams "elegance."
Also, let's discuss the bracelet envy I'm currently experiencing.
State Dinner dress game SO strong.
Additional fashion shoutout to Akie Abe's impeccable peplum.
And if you've been wondering whether Michelle looks amazing with a ballerina bun?
The answer is yes.
I mean, this is what I'd basically be doing ALL THE TIME if I found myself standing next to Michelle.
This neckline is perfection on her.
Speaking of reactions to Michelle, Leslie Knope was all of us when she met the First Lady.
"I agree with you on all things, throughout history and until the end of time, forever."
It is a crowded field, but I think that this may be the best dress she has ever worn.
The voluminous curls really do take this to a previously undiscovered level of perfection.
This is the ultimate in travel glamour.
And this is just the best photo of all time.
She's perfect even when making monster faces.
