Aloha

The President and First arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Honolulu, Hawaii last Friday. The Obama family will spend their annual holiday vacation in Hawaii, returning to Washington on January 5.

Landing in Honolulu, Mrs. O wore a vibrant printed sundress paired with a cropped black cardigan. Gold hoops completed the warm weather look.

Update: Mrs. O wears the Taped Frock in Modern Camo by Tracy Reese, available here.

Christmas in Washington

The First Family joined together to sing during the finale of TNT's "Christmas in Washington" special on December 15 in Washington, DC.

For the festive occasion, the First Lady turned to winter white, wearing a "white viscose techno crepe tailored jacket with overlapped side panels and silver embroidery" from the J. Mendel 2013 Resort collection, paired with a J. Mendel ivory silk satin faced chiffon pleated skirt. Many will recognize the ensemble from Mrs. O's July 2012 trip to London, here.

Landing in South Africa

The President and First Lady traveled to Pretoria, South Africa on Tuesday to attend the memorial service of former President Nelson Mandela. Departing Air Force One, Mrs. O wore a tiered colorblock and print dress. A cropped black cardigan, kitten heels and an oversize umbrella completed the look.

Update: The First Lady wears a dress by Narciso Rodriguez.

Kennedy Center Honors

The President and First Lady arrived for a reception at the White House for the 2013 Kennedy Center Honorees this evening. For the occasion, Mrs. O wore an off-the-shoulder emerald green gown.

Update: The fabulous Mrs. O is wearing Marchesa!

Christmas at the White House

Holiday festivities are in full gear at the White House!

On Wednesday, Mrs. O hosted a holiday arts and crafts event with military families in the state dining room of the White House. For the occasion, Mrs. O wore a grey and white floral dress.

On Friday, the First Lady attended the 2013 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., reading “Twas The Night Before Christmas” with muppet Abby Cadabby. On the fashion front: Mrs. O wore a black wool coat and black patent boots.