Yahoo Lifestyle Jill Biden Wears Symbolic Purple Ralph Lauren Dress and Coat for Donald Trump’s 2025 Inauguration
First lady Jill Biden’s outfit for President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration Monday was a nod to bipartisan unity. Joining her husband, President Joe Biden, to welcome the incoming administration, Dr. Biden opted for a monochromatic Ralph Lauren ensemble in a bold purple shade. The color often symbolizes a bipartisan union in American politics.
“[Purple] represents a blending and coming together of the red and blue, which are the two colors that represent each of the major political parties in the U.S.,” Laurie Pressman, vice president of the Pantone Color Institute, told WWD during Joe Biden’s inauguration in 2021.
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Dr. Biden’s look included a dress and tailored double-breasted coat cinched at the waist, matching gloves and pointed-toe pumps. She accessorized the look with Briony Raymond Constellation earrings. The first lady, who has consistently championed American designers throughout her time in the public eye, stayed true to her style roots with the Ralph Lauren creation. Her choice of the iconic American brand reflects her history of showcasing fashion as a form of diplomacy.
President Biden also coordinated with his wife for the occasion, complementing her ensemble with a Ralph Lauren overcoat and a purple tie that echoed her monochromatic look.
This isn’t the first time Dr. Biden has incorporated unity into her wardrobe for a major political milestone. For President Biden’s inauguration in 2021, she selected a Markarian ocean blue tweed coat and dress, symbolizing trust and stability and a Gabriela Hearst evening gown embroidered with the state and territory flowers of the U.S.
Donald Trump’s second inauguration as the 47th President of the United States took place on Monday in Washington, D.C. Following tradition, the day began with a worship service at St. John’s Episcopal Church and a White House meeting between incoming and outgoing presidents. The mandated swearing-in ceremony will happen on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol. Carrie Underwood is set to perform “America the Beautiful” at the event. Following the inauguration, guests and supporters of the President are expected to attend three evening celebrations, including the Commander in Chief Ball, Liberty Inaugural Ball and Starlight Ball.
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