From Precious Pre-Teen to Sophisticated Style Star, The Fashion Transformation of Sasha Obama
1/21When your mother is Michelle Obama (aka the fashion industry’s favorite First Lady) and your sister is known for her simple sophisticated style, it’s a bit daunting you live in their sartorial shadow. But not if you’re the youngest Obama daughter, Sasha, who has become nothing short of a fashion force to be reckoned with in her own right.
Getty Images2/21Obama Family Portrait – September 2009
For this First Family’s first-ever White House portrait, a then 8-year-old Sasha looked as age-appropriate as she did adorable in a white dress with black detailing.
WireImage3/21Meeting Spanish Royalty in Mallorca – August 2010
Being a First Daughter sure does have its perks! And what better outfit to meet Spain’s royal family in than an island-inspired yellow tutu and peach tank top?
Getty Images4/21Returning to the White House – August 2010
Following a vacation in Martha’s Vineyard, the youngest Obama looked relaxed and refreshed in crisp white pants and a flowing black and white tank top.
Getty Images5/21Obama Family Portrait – December 2011
Even from the beginning Sasha has been showing a keen eye for style – just look at her sweet, purple frock and girly pearl earrings.
Getty Images6/21Attending church – March 2012
A young, yet sartorially-advanced Sasha made an appearance with her parents – in an enviable (and super-stylish) red and black tuxedo jacket.
Getty Images7/21Heading to Sunday Service – August 2012
Another summer day, another picture-perfect patterned look worn by Sasha. This girl has warm-weather dressing down to art.
Getty Images8/21Election Night Event in Chicago – November 2012
While trekking the campaign trail, we could hardly keep our eyes off of Sasha’s stand-out style. We need that skirt ASAP.
Getty Images9/21Swearing In Ceremony – January 2013
To celebrate their dad’s second term in office, Sasha and Malia made an appearance in matching purple coats. We’re also loving Sasha’s relaxed hairstyle, which she often wears in a high bun.
Getty Images10/21Arriving in Berlin – June 2013
Sasha seems to have taken a style tip from Malia upon touching down in Berlin - just look at that checkered Mad Men-inspired dress. Isn’t that what big sisters are for after all?
Getty Images11/21Visiting Berlin – June 2013
For an official family trip to Germany, Sasha kept things polished, yet playful with patterned trousers, bold yellow sunglasses and multi-colored flats.
Getty Images12/21President Obama Pardons Thanksgiving Turkey – November 2013
Now this is some serious cool-girl style. Red skinny jeans, a Panda patterned sweater and kickass Doc Martens? Yup, Sasha isn’t your average First Daughter.
Getty Images13/21TNT Christmas in Washington – December 2013
Sasha proves that a little black dress is anything but basic thanks to a bit of patterned overlay and shiny metallic Oxfords.
Getty Images14/21Marine Barracks Evening Parade – June 2014
For a night out with her parents honoring the nation’s finest, Sasha opted for a fitted, cap-sleeved floral number with matching bright blue shoes. Party dressing with a twist.
Getty Images15/21At a basketball game – November 2014
For a college basketball game with friends, you can’t go wrong with Sasha’s casual, cozy oversized cardi, gray tee and leggings combo.
WireImage16/21TNT Christmas in Washington – December 2014
Nothing is more festive than a little red dress – and we love Sasha’s velvet, halter-inspired style for the holidays.
AFP/Getty Images17/21At the White House – March 2015
Sasha warmed up a cold-weather color palette with a blush double-breasted coat and knee-high black boots. No winter blues here!
WireImage18/21London – June 2015
What does one wear to visit the UK Prime Minister’s residence? A seafoam green dress, matching cardigan and a pair of go-with-anything nude flats, of course.
Getty Images19/21Venice – June 2015
During a visit to Europe with her mom and sister, Sasha was a picture of Italian elegance in a fitted white summer dress.
Getty Images20/21Leaving the White House – July 2015
Sasha showed us how summer casual is done in this chic green and cream ensemble – perfect for just about any occasion.
Getty Images21/21Welcoming the Pope – September 2015
To meet His Holiness, the youngest Obama opted for a demure, yet still stylish color-blocked pleated skirt and black top. Fashion-forward and flattering.
