Michelle Obama recently appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show wearing a striking outfit featuring a skirt that many compared to a trash bag, paired with slouchy over-the-knee boots.
During her appearance, the former first lady discussed topics like the holiday season, her new book Overcoming: A Workbook, and the Netflix series The Later Daters, a production by her and Barack Obama’s company, Higher Ground.
Footwear News described Obama’s outfit: “Obama wore an asymmetrical black dress from Bottega Veneta in a leather-like material underneath a blazer, which brought a business energy to the look and introduced a taupe hue.” The outlet also noted her bold choice of footwear: “Continuing with the leather look, Obama added slouchy thigh-high boots with slight folds that gave an edgy, lived-in vibe. The boots featured a pointed toe, a sculpted kitten heel, and a sloped sole.”
To promote the show, The Jennifer Hudson Show shared a video of Michelle Obama dancing. The clip drew attention on social media, with many calling the moment cringeworthy.
.@MichelleObama is at The Happy Place tomorrow! pic.twitter.com/sy3VPymSZJ
— The Jennifer Hudson Show (@JHudShow) December 17, 2024
This isn’t the first time Michelle Obama has faced scrutiny over her fashion choices. On her book tour at the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, she famously wore $3,900 sequined over-the-knee Balenciaga boots, sparking criticism about the appropriateness of such attire for a former first lady.