Royal Purple

Senator Barack Obama has claimed the Democratic presidential nomination, making history as the first African American to win a presidential nomination from a major party.

But for a moment, the applause should go to his wife, Michelle Obama for chosing this beautiful dress for his acceptance of the nomination. With her husband a step away from the White House, would you consider this a regal...almost royal..purple?

For making an excellent decision with this stylish and modern dress: Game point Michelle, game point.

Image: NY Times

Could this be the work of Maria Pinto, a very talented designer living in Chicago, IL. Pinto has dressed Michelle for a while.  The label is simply focused on gorgeous cutting in beautiful fabric. [UPDATE: Maria Pinto's press office saw the post and emailed to confirm that the delightful number above is a Maria Pinto dress.]

Image: Maria Pinto