But what's the net impact here really going to be for your average taxpayer? The vast majority of Americans can't even afford to devote much thought to designer labels, let alone stock their wardrobes with them. We, the people, have always had cheaper clothes than the wealthy high-fashion upper echelon. Hell, have you seen the prices at J. Crew lately?

Here at Jezebel, we are a varied and aware set. We're multifaceted with different interests. One of these interests is fashion, and Dodai (and let's not forget Sadie!) writes beautifully on the topic. And, I mean, we definitely see fashion from a different vantage point--I think Jezebel does a great job portraying what it's like across the industry, from models to Marshall's, from Kmart to Kors. But I think this may overestimate Michelle Obama's influence on the way this nation sees clothing and labels. For me, even J. Crew and Banana Republic are absolutely inaccessible. For many parts of this country, The Gap is still an aspirational label.

Michelle Obama happens to be well-dressed and very attractive; she pulls it off sensibly and with great taste. But I don't think she's going to revolutionize anything.

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I feel like we are doing her a disservice, talking all fashion all the time when it comes to Michelle. First Ladies in the past have had important causes to champion, even without her credentials behind them, and I doubt very much that Michelle will be any different.

That said, I do agree that her disregard for labels is refreshing and fabulous and good for people. It just bugs me that most articles about Michelle Obama are about what she wears, I guess. She is so much cooler than that.

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I hate being poor.

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