If on Monday January 20, all eyes were on the President of the United States, Donald Trump, during his inauguration at the headquarters of Congress, the public also scrutinized another personality present at his side: his wife Melania Trump. For the occasion, the first lady of the United States wore an outfit between formal elegance and a certain austerity, the result of the collaboration of two American designers, Adam Lippes and Eric Javits. Ultra-chic ensemble and slightly retro hat, zoom in on Melania Trump's look and on the creators behind this special look.
Melania Trump's look during Donald Trump's inauguration in 2025 left a lasting impression with its sobriety, elegance and touch of mystery. With an ensemble signed by American designer Adam Lippes and a hat by designer Eric Javits, Melania Trump demonstrated, once again, her sense of style.
The goal? Embodying understated luxury and the timelessness of American style.
Known for her always very crafted looks and her perfect figure, Melania Trump was no exception to the rule on Monday January 20 during the inauguration of her husband Donald Trump, 47th President of the United States.
Indeed, during this historic day, the former model, now first lady, dressed by her stylist Hervé Pierre, opted for a look that was both refined and a bit mysterious. For the occasion, she wore a silk wool pencil skirt and an ivory high-neck blouse, accented with a double-breasted navy silk wool coat. Sober and ultra-chic, this set was signed by American designer Adam Lippes.
To complete her outfit, she wore a black and white hat by Eric Javits. The latter, a New York milliner renowned for his daring creations, designed a model which manages to both hide part of Melania Trump's face and give her a mysterious look. The first lady's choice to wear these pieces from these two designers is no coincidence. The goal? Embodying the understated luxury and timelessness of American style.
-Two American designers used to red carpets
Adam Lippes, who started out at Oscar de la Renta, launched his own brand in 2004, with a well-defined vision: to reinvent everyday basics by giving them a touch of luxury and sophistication. His label quickly established itself for its minimalist, yet refined clothing, combining high-quality fabrics and impeccable cuts.
Adam Lippes' designs are often characterized by a deliberately modern approach, moving away from fleeting trends to offer truly timeless pieces. He thus attracted the attention of celebrities, but also political figures, like Michelle Obama, Jill Biden and Kamala Harris, who all wore his creations.
As for accessories, Melania Trump turned to Eric Javits, an American designer whose name resonates as a reference in the world of fashion. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, Eric Javits founded his own house in 1985 and quickly revolutionized the headwear sector with very original models, while respecting artisanal codes.
He is particularly famous for his invention of the Squishee hat, a foldable and ultra-light model that has become a real best-seller over time. Note that creations by Eric Javits are regularly exhibited in prestigious institutions, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
