History was made today when Barack Obama became the 44th President of the United States. Millions tuned in to not only watch the former Chicago senator take the oath of office and swearing in but catch a glimpse of the wardrobe selection worn by the new first family. Michelle Obama wowed the crowd most in a stunning yellow lace coat and matching sheath by Cuban-born American designer Isabel Toledo, daughters Malia and Sasha popped bright in blue and pink coats by J.Crew kids' line Crewcuts and Barack remained loyal to his regular outfitter, Chicago tailor Hartmax.

The new First Lady complemented the look with pea green leather gloves, green ribbon and dark green leather pumps. The crystal-trimmed neckline added major drama for the day look. When Isabel Toledo's husband, a famous fashion illustrator was asked today how he and his wife felt about her look worn by the most fashionable first Lady since Jackie Kennedy for such a momentous occasion, he stated: "We're levitating - we really are. It's just another shock, but a great shock."

A close friend of Toledo divulged to Life & Style Weekly, "Isabel was very cognizant of two things when she designed this outfit. She knew all eyes would be on Michelle. And she knew that it would be very cold out. So she designed something that was very sophisticated and very warm. The upper part of the coat and the back of the sleeve are all lined with a pashmina lining for extra warmth around the torso. The fabric and color are also very sophisticated. There's an intricate layering of lace over wool. And Isabel calls the color lemongrass, which I think is so elegant." Indeed.

First Daughters Malia and Sasha stood out in Crewcuts coats accessorized with scarves, gloves and ribbons tied around the waist, the only element identical to their mother's outfit. Malia's double-breasted cobalt blue with a black faux-fur scarf was a nice contrast to Sasha's pink coat with orange scarf and matching ribbon belt. This is not the first time the First Daughters have worn Crewcuts for public outings. This Sunday they wore the brand at the Jonas Brothers concert for the "Kids Inaugural: We Are the Future" event in Washington, DC.

arack maintained the Presidential style he adopted early in his campaign, he stuck to a traditional weather-appropriate dark overcoat accented with an American flag pin on the lapel, white shirt, red tie--great color choice which signifies power, and black leather gloves. The wardrobe was provided by the 121-year old Chicago tailor Hart Schaffner Marx, AKA Hartmarx who has a history of dressing politicians since their inception.

Now that Inauguration Day has ended the buzz is all about what "The Dress" will be worn by Michelle.
Stay tuned...