The world reacts to Michelle Obama's bangs

With just a few snips, first lady Michelle Obama's new 'do has become the talk of the town this inauguration.

Here's a round-up of reaction to Mrs. O's bangs:

"A youthful new hairstyle: a straight, shoulder-skimming cut with bangs." — People StyleWatch

"Gorgeous." — Mrs. O blog

"A total shock to system." - Huffington Post

"Eh, they look better swept to the side." — Gawker

"Bangtastic!" - New York's Daily News

"A fun, thick fringe that really looks fantastic." -- Allure magazine

"Fresh and fab." - E! Online

"A bold move at a high profile time for the First Lady." - Wall Street Journal