Melania Trump’s outfit at Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States was impossible to miss. She wore a custom double-breasted navy coat by Adam Lippes, paired with a matching boater hat by Eric Javits. These items quickly gained attention due to their high price tags. Javits’ hats, known for their quality, typically retail for over $400. Interestingly, Melania is a fan of Lippes, who also designed Princess Eugenie’s outfit for the 2017 Trooping the Colour.

Designer’s Pride

In response to the attention, Lippes shared his pride in the creation, saying, “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.” While a similar coat on Lippes' website costs over $3,600, Melania’s custom design likely exceeds that price. To complete her look, she wore black leather gloves and dark suede pumps, which perfectly matched her husband’s attire.

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— Clipoza (@Clipoza) January 20, 2025

Mixed Online Reactions

Naturally, the outfit sparked mixed reactions online. One user commented, “I adore Melania and I liked the outfit. Not the hat. It was too much.” Meanwhile, another wrote, “Makes her look hard. But maybe that’s what she wants to look like today, all business. Don’t mess with me kind of thing.” Some users saw Melania’s outfit as a statement. One noted, “She’s dressed for business this time around. She will always exude beauty, class, and dignity regardless of what she wears, but she’s putting the classless on notice. She’s bringing back some class to DC.”

Humorous Remarks

On the other hand, a witty user jokingly commented, “I love her but her outfit reminds me of the McDonalds Hamburglar.”

Melania Reflects on Her Outfit

In 2017, during Donald Trump’s inauguration, Melania reflected on the importance of her outfit, saying, “It can be a daunting task to choose an outfit that will be mesmerized and become part of our nation's story and forever history.”