I am not so bothered by this. I wonder if this was taxpayer money though? But it is a State Dinner and a fancy affair, so fancy dresses are pretty much required. Also, the $12K figure was a wag from a CNN host on one of their shows. Another guest guessed $10K, I don’t know how they can tell by looking.
We must not be hypocritical while pointing out the hypocrisy of the left. Seems that both sides flip on every issue depending on who is in office. If it was a Republican lady, we would be OK with it. So what we have to do is say WE are fine with it, but taunt the “occupy” crowd with the 1% angle of it. How about going over to DU and posting “Welcome to the 1% Michelle! Way to go!” ?
I’m OK with her spending her own money on it.
I’m NOT OK with her & him using the “income inequality” line for political purposes while she does it.