First Lady Michelle Obama takes first place when it comes to ‘Political Chic’, that’s according to a poll taken by French Elle magazine.  Note that First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy took second place in a poll in her own backyard.   The two are often compared to one another especially when it comes to their style choices.  Mrs. Obama is viewed as a risk taker when it comes to her style choices; she is a big supporter of new and emerging designers and Mrs. Bruni-Sarkozy tends to stick to the well-established ones.  Mrs. Obama often selects emerging designers like Sophie Theallet and Junya Watanabe, while Mrs. Bruni-Sarkozy usually wears Christian  Dior.  Michelle Obama’s fearlessness when it comes to her style has earned her the respect of many in the fashion industry, and landed her the top spot in this poll.

 Michelle Obama Tops Carla Bruni on Best-Dressed List [StyleList]