Michelle Obama just revealed her new project, The Look, a deeply personal book that explores her evolution through fashion, hair, and identity.
The former FLOTUS took to the Gram on Thursday, June 5, to share the book’s cover and speak candidly about what inspired her to tell this story now.
“During our family’s time in the White House, the way I looked was constantly being dissected — what I wore, how my hair was styled,” Michelle begins in the post’s lengthy caption.
“For a while now, I’ve been wanting to reclaim more of that story, to share it in my way. I’m thankful to be at a stage in life where I feel comfortable expressing myself freely — wearing what I love and doing what feels true to me. And I’m excited to share some of what I’ve learned along the way.”
The highly anticipated book is not just a glossy photo diary of gowns and glamour. It delves deeper into the fabric of who she is and how style has become a tool for both self-expression and resistance. Michelle makes it clear that every outfit tells a story beyond the seams.
“It’s a reflection on my lifelong journey with fashion, hair, and beauty. Inside, you’ll find some of the outfits that have meant the most to me, but more importantly, the moments that I lived through in them — big and small, personal and political, historic and ordinary — that were as memorable as the clothes themselves.”
Get this, in The Look, Michelle also gives love to the team who helped shape her iconic style and stood beside her through the spotlight and scrutiny.
“You’ll also get to know the incredible team that supported me through it all and defined my look — my thoughtful stylist @MeredithKoop, my talented makeup artist @CarlRayMUA, and my wonderful hairstylists @JohnnyWright220, @YeneDamtew, and @KitchenTalkwithNjeri. Each of them brings their own story, heart, and perspective to this journey,” she added.
Moreover, this book encompasses more than just fashion moments and public appearances. It’s a celebration of confidence and the right to define beauty on your terms.
“The Look is about more than fashion. It’s about confidence. It’s about identity. It’s about the power of authenticity. My hope is that this book sparks conversation and reflection about the ways we see ourselves — and the way our society defines beauty,” Michelle shared.