Michelle Obama Wore the Ultimate Power-Woman Dress For Her Final Speech as First Lady

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Michelle Obama delivered her final speech as first lady today at the White House. For the momentous occasion, she fittingly chose to wear the ultimate power-woman color: red. Standing on stage before her guests, Michelle wore a long-sleeved Narciso Rodriguez dress with a cutout collar. While her final words left us in near tears, her bold outfit gave us a solid reminder that this won't be the last we see of her.

It was a strong signifier that even when she won't be the first lady anymore, she will still continue to command attention with her thoughtful words and polished style. Michelle no doubt thought long and hard about what she was going to say, and if we had to venture a guess, wearing red was also no accident. Because once a power woman, always a power woman, whether she's first lady or not. Scroll on for a closer look at Michelle's dress, then shop similar options to channel your inner boss-lady vibes.