Michelle Obama’s Fab Nails at the DNC

Oct 1st, 2012

Michelle Obama gave a powerful speech at the Democratic National Convention held at the Time Warner Cable Arena on September 4, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. But what got us the most excited was watching the First Lady wave around her fabulous nails! They were manicured with a gorgeous and trendy greige color—very fashion forward.

Bloggers and beauty editors alike have been trying to guess the brand/color of the nail polish in question, from OPI to Chanel. But the Today show on NBC announced this morning (Sept. 6) what Mrs. Obama was wearing on her nails … drum roll please …
Michelle Obama nails DNC
Artistic Colour Gloss in Vogue! Not only is the First Lady up on color choices, but also the nail service du jour, gel polish!

Check out the announcement (at 2:40) on the Today segment with dress designer Tracy Reese…

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