Behind the Scenes at the Japan State Dinner

Update: See Michelle Obama's frothy dress!

Who Will Michelle Obama Wear at the Japan State Dinner? - Who knows? It would be really cool and exciting if she chose an avant garde frock by Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons, Yohji Yamamoto or another Japanese designer who can spin fashion into high art. One thing is certain: our fashionista first lady knows better than anyone how to keep us guessing. Stay tuned!   (Photo: BET)
And the Winner is... - The first lady chose a rich purple gown design by the Japanese-born designer Tadashi Shoji that featured embroidered feathers and a plunging neckline. (Photo: Jonathan Ernst /Landov)
Arrival Ceremony - The Obamas welcome the Japanese prime minister and his wife after they arrived at the north portico of the White House. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)
The Seahawk and the Singer - Russell Wilson from the Seattle Seahawks and Ciara Harris arrive for the State dinner in honor of the Japanese prime minister.(Photo: Olivier Douliery/Getty Images)Pinch Me! - Writer and producer Shonda Rhimes and Scott Brown were clearly thrilled to be at the White House. (Photo: Andrew Harnik/AP Photo)

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And the Winner is... - The first lady chose a rich purple gown design by the Japanese-born designer Tadashi Shoji that featured embroidered feathers and a plunging neckline. (Photo: Jonathan Ernst /Landov)

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