Photos: Michelle Obama through the years

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First lady Michelle Obama celebrates her 53rd birthday days before she and her husband leave the White House. Over the past eight years, her style has changed as she served our country as FLOTUS. Take a look back.

Barack Obama waves to supporters as he arrives at his 43rd birthday celebration with his wife Michelle (L) and daughters Sasha, in his arms, and Malia during a fundraiser August 4, 2004 in Matteson, Illinois. Obama is the Democratic candidate from Illinois running for the U.S. Senate and currently represents Illinois' 13th Senate District on Chicago' s South Side. (Photo by Tim Boyle/Getty Images)

Barack Obama, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate from Illinois, campaigns with his wife Michelle during the Bud Billiken parade August 14, 2004 on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. Obama marched the parade route with his wife Michelle and several hundred supporters. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

Candidate for the U.S. Senate Barack Obama (D-IL) sits with his wife Michelle and daughters Sasha (L) and Malia (R) in a hotel room as they wait for election returns to come in November 2, 2004 in Chicago, Illinois. Obama is expected to win easily against the Republican candidate Alan Keyes. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

U.S. Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) (2nd L) poses for with his wife Michelle (2nd R), Vice President Dick Cheney (R), daughters (C) Malia and Sasha during the reenactment of a swearing -in ceremony on Capitol Hill January 4, 2005 in Washington, DC. The 109th Congress was sworn in January 4. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Michelle Obama, wife of Senator Barack Obama (D-IL), shares a moment with her daughter Sasha as the Senator addresses a crowd gathered at a campaign rally at Iowa State University February 11, 2007 in Ames, Iowa. Obama is wrapping up a two-day campaign swing through Iowa after announcing February 10, that he would seek the Democratic nomination for President. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

Michelle Obama, wife of Presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) addresses the crowd at a fundraising event at the Grand Hyatt March 9, 2007 in New York City. The mass fundraiser of Senator Barack Obama targeted a youthful demographic. (Photo by Michael Nagle/Getty Images)

Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) is hugged by his wife Michelle Obama before his speech at a primary night rally in the gymnasium at the Nashua South High School on January 8, 2008 in Nashua, New Hampshire. Obama finished a projected 2nd place behind Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-NY) in the nation's first democratic primary (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Michelle Obama, wife of presumptive Democratic nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL), speaks during day one of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the Pepsi Center August 25, 2008 in Denver, Colorado. The DNC, where U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) will be officially nominated as the Democratic candidate for U.S. president, starts today and finishes August 28th. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

U.S. President elect Barack Obama walks on stage, with his wife Michelle (R) and daughters Malia (2nd R) and Sasha to, address his supports during an election night gathering in Grant Park on November 4, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. Obama defeated Republican nominee Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) by a wide margin in the election to become the first African-American U.S. President elect. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

U.S. President George W. Bush (L) and Laura Bush (2nd-L) greet U.S. President-elect Barack Obama (R) and his wife Michelle Obama (2nd-R) on the South Portico of the White House November 10, 2008 in Washington, DC. This is the first visit for Barack Obama to the White House before he is sworn into office as President of the United States. First lady Laura Bush took soon to be first lady Michelle Obama on a tour of the White House as the President and Mr. Obama walked along the colonnade to the Oval Office where they will have a meeting. On January 20th Obama will be sworn in as the 44th president of the United States. (Photo by Gary Fabiano-Pool/Getty Images)

Vice President-elect Joseph Biden, his wife Jill Biden, U.S. President -elect Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama prepare to leave the station after boarding a train January 17, 2009 in Wilmington, Delaware. The Obamas arrived from Philadelphia and were joined by the Bidens in Wilmington. They spoke to a group of several thousand people before continuing in route to Washington, D.C. for Tuesday's Presidential inauguration. (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images)

Barack H. Obama is sworn in by Chief Justice John Roberts as the 44th president of the United States on the West Front of the Capitol as his wife Michelle looks on January 20, 2009 in Washington, DC. Obama becomes the first African-American to be elected to the office of President in the history of the United States. (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

U.S President Barack Obama and his wife First Lady Michelle Obama dance on stage during MTV & ServiceNation: Live From The Youth Inaugural Ball at the Hilton Washington on January 20, 2009 in Washington, DC. President Barack Obama was sworn in as the 44th President of the United States today, becoming the first African-American to be elected President of the US. (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama pose for photographs with Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh during an audience at Buckingham Palace on April 1, 2009 in London, England. (Photo by John Stillwell - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

n this handout provide by the White House, U.S. President Barack Obama (R) hugs First Lady Michelle Obama in the Red Room while Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett (L) smiles prior to the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) at the White House on March 20, 2009 in Washington, DC. Obama is serving as the 44th President of the U.S. and the first African-American to be elected to the office of President in the history of the United States. (Photo by Pete Souza/White House via Getty Images)

U.S. first lady Michelle Obama reacts as she jump ropes 'Double Dutch' on the South Lawn of the White House during an event promoting exercise and healthy eating for children October 21, 2009 in Washington, DC. The Healthy Kids Fair included events on cooking healthy meals and emphasized children getting a proper amount of outdoor exercise each day. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama walk first dog Bo to a picnic for members of Congress on the South Lawn of the White House June 8, 2010 in Washington, DC.. The first dog Bo was in tow. Alaskan Salmon smoked on an open pit was served for dinner. (Photo by Gary Fabiano-Pool/Getty Images)

In this handout provided by The White House, First lady Michelle Obama announces the Best Picture Oscar to Argo for the 85th Annual Academy Awards live from the Diplomatic Room of the White House February 24, 2012 in Washington, DC. Obama revealed the award via satellite for the live show being held in Los Angeles. (Photo by Pete Souza/The White House via Getty Images)

U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama arrive for the Comander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball at the Walter Washington Convention Center January 21, 2013 in Washington, DC. Obama was sworn-in for his second term of office earlier in the day. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance together during the Comander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball at the Walter Washington Convention Center January 21, 2013 in Washington, DC. Obama was sworn-in for his second term of office earlier in the day. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 30: U.S. first lady Michelle Obama joins with Sesame Street's Elmo (L) and Rosalita (R) for an announcement on a new initiative aimed at promoting healthier nutrition for school children October 30, 2013 in Washington, DC. During the event the first lady announced that Sesame Street's characters will join with the Partnership for a Healthier America in a two-year agreement to promote greater fresh fruit and vegetable consumption by children. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

First Lady Michelle Obama with her daughters Malia Obama and Sasha Obama visit Museum of Terracotta Warriors during a visit to the historic excavation site on March 24, 2014 in Xi'an, China. Michelle Obama's one-week-long visit in China will be focused on educational and cultural exchanges. (Photo by Feng Li/Getty Images)

U.S. President Barack Obama kisses first lady Michelle Obama at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn April 21, 2014 in Washington, DC. President Obama and the first lady hosted thousands of children for the annual White House event dating back to 1876 that features live music, sports courts, cooking stations, storytelling, as well as the Easter egg roll this year. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Chinese President Xi Jinping's wife Peng Liyuan, first lady Michelle Obama, Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Barack Obama pose for a formal photo prior to a state dinner at the White House September 25, 2015 in Washington, DC. The two leaders will tackle a range of issues including regional tensions in Asia and cyber crimes. (Photo by Ron Sachs-Pool/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 29: Founder of Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project and U.N. Messenger of Peace Charlize Theron (L) and First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama join the "Let Girls Learn" Global Conversation at The Apollo Theater on September 29, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Global Goals)

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 25: U.S. first lady Michelle Obama, accompanied by her nephews Austin and Aaron Robinson and her dogs Bo and Sunny, is presented with the official White House Christmas tree by Dave and Mary Vander Velden of Oconto, Wisconsin, at the North Portico of the White House November 25, 2016 in Washington, DC. The tree, a 19 feet tall Balsam fir, arrived at the White House on Friday and will be on display in the Blue Room during the holiday season. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 1: U.S. President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama and Eva Longoria take part in the National Christmas Tree Lighting on the Ellipse December 1, 2016 in Washington, DC. This year is the 94th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. (Photo by Ron Sachs-Pool/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 06: U.S. first lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks during a ceremony honoring the 2017 School Counselor of the Year in the East Room of the White House January 6, 2017 in Washington, DC. These were the last public remarks by the first lady during her husband Barack Obama's presidency. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: President Barack Obama (R) gives Michelle Obama a kiss as they wait for President-elect Donald Trump and wife Melania at the White House before the inauguration on January 20, 2017 in Washington, D.C. Trump becomes the 45th President of the United States. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch-Pool/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 05: Former First Lady Michelle Obama hugs a student onstage during MTV's 2017 College Signing Day With Michelle Obama at The Public Theater on May 5, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for MTV)

DENVER, CO - JULY 25: Former First Lady Michelle Obama speaks, emphasizing that women must celebrate their strength, during a live conversation with The Women's Foundation of Colorado President and CEO Lauren Y. Casteel at Pepsi Center on July 25, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Jason Bahr/Getty Images for The Women's Foundation of Colorado)

CORAL GABLES, FL - SEPTEMBER 28: Former first lady Michelle Obama arrives on stage to speak during a When We All Vote's National Week of Action rally at the Watsco Center at the University of Miami on September 28, 2018 in Coral Gables, Florida. Obama is the founder and a co-chairwoman of the organization that aims to help people register and to vote. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 30: Former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama greets people as she signs copies of her new book 'Becoming' during a book signing event at a Barnes & Noble bookstore, November 30, 2018 in New York City. The former first lady's memoir has sold more than 2 million copies in all formats in North America during its first 15 days on the market, according to a statement released on Friday by Penguin Random House. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Former First Lady Michelle Obama hands out books to students at Para Los NiÃ±os on November 15, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sarah Morris/Getty Images)

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Barack Obama waves to supporters as he arrives at his 43rd birthday celebration with his wife Michelle (L) and daughters Sasha, in his arms, and Malia during a fundraiser August 4, 2004 in Matteson, Illinois. Obama is the Democratic candidate from Illinois running for the U.S. Senate and currently represents Illinois' 13th Senate District on Chicago' s South Side. (Photo by Tim Boyle/Getty Images)

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