If Michelle Obama [1] wasn't busy being the FLOTUS and all, she could easily dabble in styling. Michelle has a knack for matching the most appropriate outfit to the event she's attending. While she's aware that state dinners require red carpet-worthy gowns [2] and conferences are just right for flouncy knee-length numbers [3], celebrating Black History Month [4] with a gracious and lively 106-year-old woman calls for something truly special. That's an excuse for a white dress so lovely, you could wear it to your own wedding.

Much to our delight, Ms. Obama welcomed an excited Virginia McLaurin [5] into the Blue Room in an asymmetrical, lace-paneled design perfect for dancing. She finished her outfit with flashy metallic pumps and silver jewels, all of which played up her glow. Read on to watch Michelle shine in a look that's more elegant than trendy and, frankly, just right for dancing, then shop for similar styles.