Exploring how First Lady fashion became political theater, from Jackie O to Melania Trump,revealing gender bias where women's style overshadows policy in public discourse

First lady Melania Trump leaned into an all-American ensemble for Monday’s inaugural ceremony, turning fashion into political talking points. Trump wore clothing by independent U.S. designers Adam Lippes and Eric Javits,

Melania Trump is back in the White House as the First Lady of the United States and her fashion choices are already a hot topic. While her style definitely leans toward couture, her feud with the fashion industry seems to be continuing into Donald Trump’s second administration.

It’s one of the most important jobs never applied for. Unelected, yet inextricable from politics; constantly visible on the world stage, but rarely the one behind the microphone — for all its glamour, the first lady of the United States is a role of unsolicited duty, often bringing with it intense public scrutiny, including over what they wear.

Donald Trump’s inauguration was a stylish affair with First Lady Melania Trump serving one look after another. During the oath-taking ceremony, she stunned all with a tailored silk wool coat and pencil skirt,

Melania Trump arrives to attend the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump in the Rotunda of the US Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes offi

While Monday marks the transition of power as Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president, many people are going to be eyeing Melania Trump's outfit.

Melania Trump is wearing another buzzworthy inauguration outfit: a striped navy hat and matching coat. Her 2016 inauguration outfit, a blue high-neck dress, drew comparisons to former first lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.