Michelle Obama's Been Hiding This Seasonal Style Secret All Along

Updated on 10/29/2016 at 8:30 AM

We've just uncovered Michelle Obama's biggest secret: she loves dressing for Fall. While some might consider the dreary weather and dropping temperatures a drag, Michelle embraces new tricks. It's this season when the FLOTUS tries out new silhouettes, works festive color combinations, and pulls out her most sophisticated staples. While there are some pieces she'll never retire — her favorite leather jacket, a pair of Converse, and suede thigh-highs included — there's no doubt Michelle looks fresh for every appearance she makes. Read on for 44 tricks she's offered, all of which will excite you to start layering in style.

1 Black Bow Can Ground a Floral Dress

Fall Is the Perfect Season to Experiment With Mixed Prints

It's all about checks and layering.

A Studded Belt Toughens Up a Day Dress

Cardigans Don't Have to Be Ordinary, Accessorize 1 For Ultimate Impact

Metallic Shoes Take Your Orange Look From Seasonal to Chic

Invest in a Tweed Suit to Stand Out From the Girls in All-Black

Wear Pants Under Your Dress

Give a Nod to the Season With 1 Bright Touch

It's Never Too Early For Sequins

You'll regret it if you wait until the holidays to wear them.

Don't Stow Away All Your Summer Dresses

Leave the special ones out for layering.

Gray Tones Make Pastel Pink Feel Less Springy

Don't Just Colorblock, Mix Materials to Add Weight

Play With Proportion and Let Your Boots Meet Your Midi Skirt

Plum Is a Fall Power Color, So Wear It Often

A Sleeveless Dress Works When You're Inside, But Accessorize to Look More Polished Than Carefree

Surprise Everyone in a Splash of Hot Pink

Take Your Scarf Game to the Next Level, Experimenting With Different Tricks

You won't look like you're wearing yours simply to keep warm.

Three-Quarter Sleeve Coats Work Just as Well With a Pair of Long Gloves

Ankle Straps Play Up a Leggy Look Before You Finally Have to Wear Tights

Dark Florals Are Here For Fall, Not Spring

A Black Bolero Will Come in Handy at a Moment's Notice

You Won't Believe How Often You Wear Your Suede Thigh-Highs

Find a Go-To Sweatshirt With Special Details

There's a Way to Look Festive-Chic

Work the Halloween color scheme with chic separates.

Nothing Looks More Sophisticated Than a Turtleneck Peeking Out From a Peacoat

A Wrap Dress With Sleeves Is Your New Staple

Never Underestimate the Bold Look of a Cranberry Dress

Fall Is a Fresh Start, So Experiment With New Silhouettes

A tapered skirt complete with a zipper? Sure, why not.

Layer Necklaces to Dress Up

Complement a Shimmering Dress With a Sheer Shawl

Add Flash to a Standard Outfit With Dotted Tights

Try a Pussy-Bow Blouse

Jacquard Adds Spark That Says, "The Holidays Are Coming"

Argyle Will Always Be a Classic Pattern

Caramel and Black Is an Unbeatable Color Combination

The Smallest Touch of Plaid Goes a Long Way

Leather Gloves Should Be the 1 Accessory You Grab Before You Leave the House

Invest in a Full Coordinate Set

You won't regret buying the matching jacket.

You Can Feel Glamorous in a Mermaid Gown Whatever the Season

Stay sleek in a black colorway during the Fall.

Owning a Taupe Bag Comes in Handy When You're Wearing Navy

Or anything really — it's the perfect neutral!

Collars Add a Certain Crispness to a Lovely Lace Look

Find a Leather Jacket You Love

You'll wear it with your Converse at the same time every year.

Silk Keeps You Cool When You're in the Spotlight

But long sleeves keep you warm when you head outside.