The inauguration of Donald Trump As the 47th president of the United States, he has left countless images and anecdotes to remember, including the looks of two of the most anticipated guests. His wife and first lady, Melania Trump opted first for a striking hatwhich was much commented on, and which was later replaced by a two-tone dress and choker at the inaugural balls. Ivanka Trump, considered one of the most elegant women in the family, opted for a green design of marked inspiration royal which gave way to a dress that paid tribute to Audrey Hepburn. But one of the big surprises of yesterday was Usha Vance, wife of JD Vance, current vice president of the countrywho surprised with his choices for the events.
A bespoke design by Oscar de la Renta
The second lady of the United States knew that her outfits were going to be analyzed in detail and her choices did not go unnoticed even though, at first, all eyes were directed at the women of the Trump family. And if we had already said that Ivanka’s choice had certain similarities with the designs that Queen Letizia or the Princess of Wales usually wear at some of their most important events, Usha Vance’s, too.
The American lawyer opted for a custom design created by Oscar de la Renta. It was a structured coat in a soft pink tone with a high collar and cinched waist with a belt that makes us think of the coat-dresses that conquer women time and time again. royals. Under this was a dress of the same tone, with a round neck, and also slightly fitted in the waist area. She completed the look with tall suede boots in a much paler pink that contrasted the color of the main garment. To finish the look, she carried a small handbag in a neutral tone and some striking floral earrings that were very visible thanks to the fact that her hair was tied up.
A beaded dress for the inaugural balls
It is a tradition that at nightfall, after the inauguration, we eat the traditional presidential dance. It is a moment of celebration in which attendees choose designs typical of any red carpet. That’s what they did not only Melania and Ivanka Trump with her designs with black and white as protagonistsalso Usha Vance who opted for a dress studded with rhinestones and created by one of the most internationally recognized bridal and guest brands: Reem Acra.
The Lebanese designer launched her eponymous brand in 1997 and has since become a reference in bridal fashion, dressing celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift and Halle Berry on red carpets and important events. That is why we are not surprised that, for an event of such magnitude, the second lady opted for one of her creations. Specifically, it deals with a gala design that was part of its Pre Fall 2024 collectiona semi-transparent chiffon dress, embroidered with paillettes and sequins and in a shade of blue that is known by the nickname of blue royalsince it is one of the colors that most frequently sneaks into the choices of royal women. This garment, with a false strapless neckline, has a corseted bodice and an A-line skirt that extends to the floor.
The story of Usha and JD Vance
Usha made history this Monday by becoming the first indian american second lady. She and the vice president, who They met at Law School.they have been married since 2014 and boast a solid marriage. It was during the 2024 Republican National convention that he said JD Vance was “the most determined person I’ve ever met, with one overriding ambition: to become a husband and father and build the kind of close-knit family he had longed for as a child. My background is very different from JD’s. I grew up in San Diego, in a middle-class community with two loving parents, both immigrants from India, and a wonderful sister. The fact that JD and I were able to meet, fall in love, and get married is a testament to this great country. It is also a testament to JD. And it tells you something about who he is.”
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