Not since Jackie Kennedy, has the role of the First Lady been so admired and analyzed.  Style, grace and class, all terms used to describe two women, Jackie Kennedy and now–Michelle Obama.  Michelle is the face of the new American woman.  She works and looks good doing it.  But is she making her own legacy or following in Jackies?

The Obama’s are the hottest couple! Not only are they good together, they look good together.  Whether he’s in a button down shirt with a blazer while she wears a plain tee and a skirt, or he goes suit and tie to match her gown–they look like a power couple.  Everyone around the world is talking about what the two will wear for the inaugural ball.

Going expensive will offend some people, times are hard and with the economy, many people are not looking for a lavish affair.  Yet, this is a once in a lifetime affair and it should be one that the two remember for the rest of their lives.  Barack could wear a pin stripe suit with a power tie but he’ll look even better with a smooth black tux paired with a matching long black tie.  His best accessory will no doubt be Michelle, who looks amazing in whatever color she wears.  Her gown should be one that goes down in the history books.

They both have a good head on their shoulders and I’m sure they’ll find a way to look fabulous while saving a couple of dollars.

What do you think?  What should they wear?

As Barack Obama is sworn in as the 44th President of the U.S., many people around the world will be watching and participating who have never done so before.  We’ve gathered 10 FIRST facts about Inauguration that’ll help explain when a lot of the tradition began.

1. First Inauguration 1789- George Washington’s inauguration was held on the Balcony of Federal Hall in New York City.

2. First Traditional Ball 1809- James Madison’s ball took place at Long’s Hotel, where tickets were $4.

3. First Outdoor Speech 1817- James Monroe was the first President to take the oath of office and deliver the Inaugural address outdoors.

4. First Ball Cancelled 1853- Franklin Pierce cancelled his ball after the death of his son.

5. First Photographs 1857- James Buchanan had the first inauguration to be photographed.

6. First African Americans 1865- Abraham Lincoln, African Americans participated in the Inaugural Parade for the first time.

7. First Women 1917- Woodrow Wilson’s parade was the first to include women.

8. First Television Broadcast 1949- Harry Truman’s inauguration was the first to be broadcast on TV.

9. First Internet Broadcast 1997- William Clinton had the first live Internet broadcast.

10. First African American President 2009- Barack Obama is the first president of color, where all people were welcome.

What does this inauguration mean to you?  Tell us here.

There’s no denying it — people think Obama is cool. His name is constantly on the lips of celebs like Jay-Z, John Legend and Oprah Winfrey. Not to mention the man’s face is on more t-shirts than size labels.

Obama recently scored some more cool points when he dropped by Ben’s Chili Bowl in D.C. Everything was caught on tape — from Obama sharing a chili dog with Mayor Adrian Fenty to him holding babies.

But the coolest moment comes roughly about a minute into the clip above. When asked by the cashier if he wanted anything else, President Obama doesn’t say “No, thank you” or “I’m Ok.”

No, Obama replies “Nah, we straight.”

Don’t believe us? Fast forward to 1:07, turn up your volume and listen to the 44th President of the United States.

Late last year, the Obamas were invited for a tour of the White House by the outgoing Bushs. Naturally, the press was on-hand to document the occassion. And while the media was focused on how cordial the political opponents were to each other and how Michelle Obama and Laura Bush discussed decorating, Black folks were focused on Obama’s walk. Fast forward to :35 seconds into the video and check Obama’s stroll as he and Bush wave to cameras.