Fashion moments from Trump Inauguration: Melania Trump's hat, Usha Vance's overcoat and more

U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive at Capital One arena on the inauguration day of his second presidential term, in Washington, U.S., January 20, 2025.

Fashion took center stage at Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20 with First Lady Melania Trump, Second Lady Usha Vance turning heads in custom ensembles.

Melania Trump is known for her extravagant tastes. According to a report by BBC, Melania chose New York designer Adam Lippes and a coordinating hat by Eric Javits.

"This was just such a spectacular use of signalling and blending Palm Beach and DC with international global fashion aesthetic, while understanding the traditional and political power that is also necessary for your look to communicate,"  celebrity stylist Lauren Rothman told BBC.

For much of the day, the hat obscured Melania Trump's eyes for most viewers. The First Lady, who rarely attended Trump's campaign events last year, also wore a double-breasted navy mid-length jacket.

First lady Melania Trump  (Pic: REUTERS)

Second lady Usha Vance embraced a soft and sophisticated look on inauguration day. She stepped out in a custom-designed, soft pink cashmere coat with a coordinating scarf wrap and a tea-length dress, all by Oscar de la Renta.

Usha Vance  (Pic: REUTERS)

Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump matched Melania's colour palette with an emerald green skirt suit with a matching hat.

Ivanka Trump (Pic: REUTERS)

Former first lady Jill Biden wore a purplish blue from head to toe, designed by Ralph Lauren.

Jill Biden (Pic: Reuters)