Michelle Obama's inaugural ball shoes

President Barack Obama arrived with his wife Michelle Obama at the Mid-Atlantic Inaugural Ball at the Washington Convention Center on January 20, 2009 in Washington, DC. Michelle's ball gown was a custom-made, flowing ivory silk chiffon that was embroidered with silver thread and adorned with Swarovski crystal rhinestones. With just a single strap on one side it left the other shoulder bare: we all loved it.

But what about her shoes? The're perfect! Medium-sized heel, open toe, very elegant. We'd want those, too, to dance the night away.

These are the open-toe two-piece d'orsay we'd buy for ourselves, obviously all under $100:


Nina - Culver: link
Complete your evening look with this beautiful open toe pump. Available in a variety of upper materials. Pleated criss-cross vamp. Lightly padded footbed. Covered heel. Leather sole.



Naturalizer - Akin: link
Add ladylike appeal to your everyday work wardrobe with the 'Akin'. Versatile pump design crafted from supple leather for a variety of looks. Delightful peep toe is beautifully accented with pleating detail. Lightly padded insole supplies comfort that will last all day. Shapely covered heel supplies balance and visual appeal. Lightweight and flexible outsole for added comfort.



Coloriffics - Fantasy: link
Coloriffics 'Fantasy' is the perfect mid-heel shoe for any special occasion. Dyeable satin upper. Ruched criss-cross vamp with subtle rhinestone ornamentation. Lightly padded footbed. Covered heel. Leather sole.