White House Correspondents Dinner

Though it took place a week ago on May 3^rd, I thought the “nerd prom,” as the White House Correspondent’s Dinner is affectionately known, deserved a mention. The biggest names from the worlds of politics, sports and Hollywood seemed to be there and I’ve chosen what I think were the top fashions from the evening.

Of course, no best-dressed list is complete without Lupita Nyong’o, who is a literal goddess. I also love a good peplum, but what I especially love about this particular Oscar de la Renta dress is that it’s a more interesting, unconventional take on a plain old peplum. The polka dots make its pop against a backdrop of elegant but rather safe solid-colored dresses.

           

I also love Katharine McPhee’s Paule Ka gown because of the perfect salmon color. The shade is so pretty on her and it’s accented in just the right way with the color contrast at the top and by her slicked-back hair. I especially love the red clutch that she added to the outfit: who says pink and red don’t go together??

Freida Pinto’s Thakoon dress is so simple, which, in my opinion, makes it especially elegant. The pale pink color adds to the sophistication, but the center cutout makes it a little edgier.

The most beautiful dress of the evening, however, without a doubt, belonged to Michelle Obama, in an off the off the shoulder, grey and white Marchesa gown, featuring an embroidered bodice and full, flowing skirt. I think it was the perfect dress and definitely one of my all time favorites.

What was your favorite dress of the evening? Comment below!

Sarah xo