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Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony was held on January 20, 2025, but Melania Trump appears to have stolen the thunder. Netizens feel that a new era of fashion was started by the Trump family, with Melania leading the queue.
As seen in the photos and videos from the ceremony, she wore a stunning but also understated look with a navy overcoat, curated by the American designer Adam Lippes. However, it was her navy boater hat that got maximum attention. The hat got mixed reviews, with many claiming that her eyes went invisible.
Not only that, but the hat also prevented the President from giving a peck on her cheek. Many netizens spoke highly of her outfit, but others had differing viewpoints. For instance, one X user wrote:
“Love the outfit not crazy about the hat but still love it!”
One user thought the style was quite similar to a fictional character,
“I love her but her outfits reminds me of the McDonalds Hamburglar.”
Netizens joked about her outfit being similar to Donald Trump’s favorite fast-food joint while others wrote that they loved it.
“Melania Trump dressed as a character from Donald Trump’s favorite fast food joint AND it’s the criminal one? That’s cold,” a social media user noted.
“@MELANIATRUMP shocks everyone with her hamburgler inspired costume,” a netizen wrote.
Social media users called Melania Trump ‘dynamic’ as they sang in praise of her look.
“Melania looks absolutely stunning and elegant in her inauguration outfit. Super classy, truly a reflection of America's grace and style!” a person praised.
“Digging the Carmen Sandiego vibes,” an online user remarked.
“She is very dynamic, she does not stick with just one style,” another person commented.
Here is what the designers said about Melania Trump’s outfit
Eric Javits, the designer of Melania Trump's hat, shared that creating the piece was a deeply meaningful experience. He described the hat as simple, classic, and understated during its creation but noted how it transformed into something powerful and striking when worn by the First Lady.
Javits attributed this impact to her grace and presence, emphasizing how everything came together visually. He also explained that the hat reflected Melania Trump's thoughtful approach, aligning with a time of restraint and a shift toward more conservative values. According to him, her choice of elegant and minimal attire sent a strong and intentional visual message.
Adam Lippes said it was their honor to dress the First Lady of the US. In a statement to the New York Post, Lippes said:
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“The tradition of the presidential inauguration embodies the beauty of American democracy and today we had the honor to dress our first lady, Mrs. Melania Trump. Mrs. Trump’s outfit was created by some of America’s finest craftsmen and I take great pride in showing such work to the world.”
Vanessa Friedman from The New York Times noted that the hat, with its wide brim, added an air of mystery by shading her eyes and making her expressions hard to read. Moreover, paired with her buttoned-up coat and high-neck blouse, the look projected an image of elegance and inaccessibility.
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