Photo of the Day: Life Tip

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2011 In Review

Shooting of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords

The capture of Osama Bin Laden

The London riots

The Arab Spring

The death of Gaddafi

End of the Space Shuttle programme

The Royal Wedding

The Christchurch Earthquake

The Japanese Earthquake

Continuing deadlock in Congress

The Euro crisis

The death of Steve Jobs

Occupy Wall Street 

Hackgate

The GOP Presidential debates

The death of Betty Ford

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Photo of the Day: Country Skies

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Photo of the Day: Hillary Travel Chic

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Photo of the Day: Patriotic Pride

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Michelle Obama Moodboard: The Miriam Haskell Archive

Michelle Obama continues to positively influence us here at Political Style, particularly in her selection of fabulous original costume jewellery. Many of her recent pieces are by the legendary designer Miriam Haskell, all of which are particularly striking.

Haskell began designing costume jewellery in the 1920s, alongside her friend and colleague Coco Chanel, with individuals including the Duchess of Windsor, Lucille Ball, Joan Crawford, Suzy Parker and Madeleine Albright amongst those who have fallen in love with Haskell's designs. Each piece is handcrafted in Haskell's New York studio, where vintage filigree backings from the 1940s, 50s and 60s are incorporated into the stunning designs.

Michelle Obama adorned several of Haskell's pieces in 2011, including a magnificent jewelled bronze cuff bracelet (above) at the Women of Courage Ceremony on March 8th.

The First Lady wore this elegant jewelled chandelier earrings during the State Visit to El Salvador on March 22nd.

Mrs O turned again to Haskell for an interview on the Today Show on February 9th, with these multi beaded earrings adorning her ears.

Miriam Haskell is one of our featured designers for 2012, so watch out for more posts about her gorgeous creations!

Photo of the Day: Today's Motto

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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Jewelry at the JFK Library and Museum

Who says you can't be like a First Lady with some of these exclusive pieces from the Jacqueline Kennedy Jewellery collection, available at the JFK Library & Museum.

From Jackie's Starburst Pin to the classic string of 3 pearls, you can get a piece of Kennedy history right here!

The pieces are reproduced to the highest detail, and owning several items I can vouch for their quality. I picked up a pair of inter-changable pearl earrings (cream and black) with crystal, elaborate flower motifs. They are gorgeous, and it truly makes you feel special to know you are wearing a piece of history.

My other favourites include the blue enamel bangle bracelet, and the Greek coin pin. Check the entire collection out today, and glamourise your wardrobe as we enter 2012.

Vice President and Dr Biden visit Walter Reed Medical Center

The White House

Vice President and Dr Biden visited Walter Reed Medical Center yesterday, spending part of their Christmas Day with patients and their families.

Photo of the Day: Christmas in Nantucket

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Christmas Day Calls from the President and First Lady

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Happy Holidays from Political Style

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Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and Happy Hannukah to all Political Style readers across the globe.

Links of Note: Christmas Week

A selection of what I've been reading this week...

Michelle Obama's Fashion Moments 2011

The Election Wall Archive

Preppy Christmas Paintings

The Payroll Tax Debate

The Washington Post's Year in Graphics

Tracking Santa

The White House Photostream: December 2011

The White House

Roksanda Ilincic exclusively at Net a Porter

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We're in love with the new and exclusive Roksanda Ilincic gowns at Net a Porter, such as this washed satin-jersey midi dress. Ilincic's star is sure to grow in 2012, and with offerings like this, we're excited to see what she brings for the new year!

Photo of the Day: Berries in New England

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Christmas Giveaway: Sarah Pinto 2012 Weekly Planner and Postcard Set

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Get a head-start and be prepared for 2012 with this fantastically preppy Sarah Pinto 2012 Planner and postcard set.

Pinto's pink lattice design planner is perfect for starting 2012 in style, and makes your planner so much easier to find in your bag!

To be in with a chance of winning this great bundle enter via the following ways:

1. Send me an email to politicalstyle@gmail.com stating your name, city and state. 

2. Follow Political Style on Facebook

3. Follow Political Style on Twitter

Each entries counts for one chance; so the more times you enter, the more chances you have!

This giveaway is open to all readers, and closes on December 29th at 23:59 EST. 

The Clintons Entertain

Photo of the Day: Boston Maps

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Photo of the Day: Christmas at Tiffany & Co

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Photo of the Day: I love New York

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The First Lady supports Toys for Tots

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The First Lady supported the annual Toys for Tots drive at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington DC on Friday, helping to deliver toys collected by Executive Office staff.  For this event Mrs O wears black pants, and a black and plaid top.

December at the JFK Library and Museum

View the 1961 White House Christmas Tree

Christmas cards from and to The President and First Lady

Photo of the Day: Clinton Banter

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Photo of the Day: Jackie at the Kennedy Library

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Baci Bra Review; Lingerie Please

I was pleased to test out Baci's Black Strapless Bra, available at Lingerie Please earlier this week. I have been on the hunt for an affordable and multi-functional strapless bra for several months now, and this one certainly fits the checklist. Comfortable and affordable, the bra can be worn in four different ways and is perfect for the holiday season. Lingerie Please stocks many different Baci items, so check out their online store today!

PS A 40% Flash sale is currently running so don't miss out!