Okay let’s take a break from all this chatter about war and the financial crisis and talk about what really matters… clothes! NY Magazine reported that Michelle Obama was seen wearing an H&M dress while campaigning in Detroit, Michigan.

Her sartorial choice was likely made in keeping with the current economic spirit as many might not find it prudent for our potential First Ladies to run around in designer outfits that cost $313,000. In other ironic words as much as a house. We’ve also heard rumors that Michelle has shied away from appearing in luxury fashion magazines because she doesn’t want to be photographed in outlandishly priced outfits. She also insisted on wearing her own clothes for her October More cover. Indeed, Michelle’s remained committed to keeping her wardrobe down-to-earth throughout the campaign. -NY Magazine

Not only am I am a fan of H&M’s awesome affordable frocks (I challenge you to introduce me to a young gal who is not) but I am a fan of H&M’s charity work. For instance H&M regularly donates clothes to victims of war and natural disasters, and to other people in need through Gifts In Kind International, a nonprofit organization that distributes products to community services groups that are improving the lives of people in need. For more information, takepart and visit www.giftsinkind.org/H&M