FANS have praised Melania Trump for sending a “bold” message with her outfit at her husband’s Inauguration, although a fashion expert described one of her garments as an “odd choice.”
During Monday’s Capitol events, the incoming first lady was seen wearing a navy blue ensemble, complete with a coat and hat.
Her double-breasted coat is designed by Adam Lippes.
And Melania’s headwear is a boater-style hat designed by Eric Javits.
She finished her outfit with dark blue pumps and black leather gloves.
Her shoes are from Manolo Blahnik’s fashion label.
In one photo, Melania was seen holding onto her hat as she and President-elect Donald Trump met the Bidens this morning.
Fashion stylist and wardrobe consultant Amanda Sanders described her outfit as “chic” but a “somber” move for what is supposed to be a day of celebration.
“I feel like it’s a happy occasion and what she’s wearing seems too dark and understated,” she told The U.S. Sun.
She added that the outfit was “more suited for a funeral,” than for the presidential inauguration.
“It does feel like a chic updated Mary Poppins,” she said.
“I think it was smart to wear an American designer’s clothes. This will definitely make Adam Lippes a household name.”
But Sanders said that Melania’s wide-brimmed hat was “an odd choice” for the incoming first lady.
“It covers her face so we really don’t see much of her,” she said.
“It’s very maturing and somber. She’s usually so glamorous.
“It just feels like a very somber outfit for a joyous celebration.”
However, fans rushed to hail Melania’s ensemble.
“Melania is astonishing, beautiful,” one fan gushed.
Another described her look as classy.
“Melania looking stunning as always,” a third fan chimed.
“Her bold fashion statement says she ain’t here to play this time.”
Viewers believe Melania is sending a message.
“She was done being nice and friendly like her blue outfit,” one X user claimed.
“Now she means business and no weapon formed against them shall prosper.”
While Melania was hailed, Jill Biden was slammed by critics.
Presidential inauguration ceremony rundown
President-elect Donald Trump sworn-in as the 47th president of the United States by receiving the oath of office on January 20, 2025.
The swearing-in ceremony for Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance will begin on January 20, 2025, at noon EST.
However, the inauguration events began on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
Inauguration timeline:
- Saturday, January 18, 2025: Reception and fireworks at Trump’s golf club in Virginia.
- A cabinet reception and vice president dinner.
- Sunday, January 19, 2025: Wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider at Arlington National Cemetery.
- Trump delivered remarks at a victory rally at Capitol One Arena in Washington DC and a candlelight dinner.
- Monday, January 20, 2025: The inauguration will begin with a service at St. John’s church, followed by tea at the White House.
- The official presidential oath of office of Trump and JD Vance will start at noon.
- A farewell to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will follow.
- President Trump will then head to the President’s Room in the Capitol near the Senate chamber, where he is expected to sign nominations and other documents in his first official act.
- A luncheon hosted by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies follows after the signing ceremony.
- President Trump kicks off the presidential parade from the Capitol down Pennsylvania Avenue and to the White House.
- After the parade, the Oval Office signing ceremony begins at the White House.
- President Trump will attend three inaugural balls – the Commander in Chief Ball, the Liberty Inaugural Ball, and the Starlight Ball. He is expected to make remarks at all three events.
- Tuesday, January 21: A National Prayer is held to conclude the official inaugural ceremony.
And Kamala Harris was accused of dressing for a funeral.
Harris has opted for an all-black attire.
The Trumps met the Bidens at the White House before tycoon Donald is sworn in as president for the second time.
It is tradition for the incoming president to meet the outgoing president commander-in-chief before the swearing-in ceremony.
Trump broke that tradition in 2021 when he didn’t meet with Biden.
Biden reportedly told Trump “welcome home” as he arrived.
Melania’s navy look differed from the light blue Ralph Lauren attire she sported in 2017.
MEET AND GREET
Melania and Trump met the outgoing First Family — moments after vice president-elect JD Vance and his wife Usha exchanged pleasantries with Harris and her husband Doug Emhoff.
Snaps showed Usha, who is rocking an all pink outfit, beaming as she stood next to Emhoff.
Usha was told where to stand by Emhoff as the four gathered on the steps for a photograph.
Biden and Trump have since departed for the Capitol, where the inauguration will be held.
Biden confirmed he left a letter for Trump at the Oval Office.
This year’s swearing-in ceremony is being held at the Capitol Rotunda because of the Arctic blast that has slammed Washington.
The last time an inauguration ceremony happened inside was in 1985 when Ronald Reagan was sworn in for the second time.
Those who have been seen heading to the inauguration include ex-British prime minister Boris Johnson and Tesla mogul Elon Musk.
Musk and Trump have developed a bromance over the last few months.
Musk and his son X have been seen at Trump rallies and galas at Mar-a-Lago.
Argentine president Javier Milei and former Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell are also at the inauguration.
Presidential inauguration attendees
Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the next president of the United States on January 20, 2025.
The swearing-in ceremony for President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance is scheduled to take place at noon EST.
Who is attending the inauguration?
Several politicians, foreign leaders, and tech gurus are set to attend Trump’s inauguration. The list of confirmed guests includes:
- President Joe Biden
- Vice President Kamala Harris
- Former President Barack Obama
- Former President George W. Bush
- Former First Lady Laura Bush
- Former President Bill Clinton
- Former First Lady Hillary Clinton
- New York City Mayor Eric Adams
- Argentinian President Javier Milei
- Tesla owner Elon Musk
- Apple CEO Tim Cook
- TikTok CEO Shou Chew
- Amazon owner Jeff Bezos
- Google CEO Sundar Pichai
- Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg
- Open AI CEO Sam Altman
- Former Prime Minister of the UK Boris Johnson
- Singer Carrie Underwood
- Singer Christopher Macchio
- Musical group the Village People
- YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul and his brother Logan Paul
The list of potential attendees includes:
- El Salvador President Nayib Bukele
- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
- An official envoy of Chinese President Xi Jinping
- UFC President Dana White
- Television personality Amber Rose
- Journalist Megyn Kelly
- Media personality Caitlyn Jenner
Who will not attend the inauguration?
- Former First Lady Michelle Obama
- Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi
BIDEN’S LAST ACT
Hours before leaving office, Biden pardoned ex-congresswoman Liz Cheney and Dr. Anthony Fauci.
Fauci, 84, was the face of the federal government’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Meanwhile, Cheney is a vocal Trump critic and was on the January 6 committee investigating the 2021 Capitol riots.
The pardons were pre-emptive as both Cheney and Fauci have not committed any crimes.
Last month, Biden pardoned his son Hunter despite repeatedly saying he wouldn’t.
