United States First Lady Michelle Obama went to Europe and raised the fashion bar, and at yesterday's opening of Parliament some of the who's who also took things up a notch or two.

The Most Honourable Mrs Patricia Allen, wife of the governor general, struck gold from head to toe with her fabulous ensemble. - Ricardo Makyn/Staff Photographer

Opposition Leader Portia Simpson Miller is no doubt wearing her trademark Escada and looks her usual lovely self. - Ricardo Makyn/Staff Photographer

Lisa Hanna is sporting a new do these days. Oh, and check out the shoes! - Norman Grindley/ Chief Photographer

Ann-Marie Vaz is a fashion plate with a French twist, and the camera loves her. - photo by Nashauna Drummond

Olivia 'Babsy' Grange may have one portfolio less, but she sure looks great in Escada! - Norman Grindley/ Chief Photographer

Susan Duhaney, significant other to Finance Minister Audley Shaw, is picture-perfect. - Norman Grindley/ Chief Photographer

Lorna Golding, wife of Prime Minister Bruce Golding, arrives for the opening of Parliament. - photo by Nashauna Drummond

Lisa's shoes