Over the years, the outfits worn by the First Ladies for the Inauguration Day has reflected history, elegance and personal style to shape the event's cultural and political narrative
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Michelle Obama during her tenures chose transformative silhouettes designed by emerging talent from the country
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Jill Biden adapted to times when she made a historic first appearance as the First Lady in a turquoise trench dress accessorised with a mask
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With Melania Trump's second tenure as First Lady, all eyes are on her and her fashion choices
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For her first tenure, she chose a powder blue cashmere dress from Ralph Lauren with matching gloves to wear at the Inauguration Day ceremony in 2017
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Many attributed Jacqueline Kennedy's famous powder blue dress and hat as the main source of inspiration
Jacqueline Kennedy wasn't the first to use fashion as a soft power but is credited to wielding it most efficiently
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For the Inauguration Day in 2025, Melania Trump opted for a sophisticated outfit but one making a bold statement
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She picked a deep blue, sharply tailored, double-breasted blazer dress, a matching hat paired with black leather gloves
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The hat, with a broad brim, even though made in a classic style was distinctive in every way
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The daytime sophistication was switched for a gala vibe in a black and white strapless gown, and posing a question - what's going to be her next bold fashion move?