‘Classic and Chic’: Fans Gush Over the ‘Best Dressed’ Lady at Donald Trump’s Inauguration – Photos

Aside from a pivotal figure dazzling netizens with the widely praised ensemble she wore at Donald Trump’s inauguration, other esteemed women attended the prestigious event in eye-catching outfits.

On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump became the 47th President of the United States during his second inauguration in Washington, DC. Amid the elite and elegantly dressed people in attendance was a certain First Lady who garnered swoon-worthy compliments from social media users, dubbing her the best dressed.

Fan comment about a woman who attended Donald Trump’s inauguration, posted on January 21, 2025. | Source: X/@hikingatrail

Fan comment about a woman who attended Donald Trump’s inauguration, posted on January 21, 2025. | Source: X/@hikingatrail

The public figure who stole the show at the inauguration was none other than First Lady of the US (FLOTUS) Melania Trump. Her outfit — a sleek, double-breasted navy coat with sharp lapels and a structured silhouette — exuded sophistication and timeless elegance.

Melania Trump during the Reviewing the Troops Ceremony at Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington, DC on January 20, 2025. | Source: Getty Images

Melania Trump during the Reviewing the Troops Ceremony at Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington, DC on January 20, 2025. | Source: Getty Images

Melania paired her ensemble with black closed-toe heels and gloves. Topping off her look was a bold, wide-brimmed navy hat with a white band, adding a modern yet classic flair to her appearance.

Melania Trump with her hand on her chest and Donald Trump saluting during the Reviewing the Troops Ceremony. | Source: Getty Images

Melania Trump with her hand on her chest and Donald Trump saluting during the Reviewing the Troops Ceremony. | Source: Getty Images

The designer behind her stunning outfit, Adam Lippes, boasted about his creation on Instagram with a heartfelt post.

Alongside a photo of Melania standing beside a soldier in uniform, Adam wrote, “The tradition of the presidential inauguration embodies the beauty of American democracy, and today we had the honor to dress our First Lady, Mrs. Melania Trump. 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.”

Equally noteworthy was Melania’s striking hat, designed by Eric Javits, who shared his enthusiasm on Instagram through a carousel of images showcasing the item from various angles.

A close-up view of Melania Trump’s hat, posted on January 21, 2025. | Source: Instagram/ericjavits

A close-up view of Melania Trump’s hat, posted on January 21, 2025. | Source: Instagram/ericjavits

The carousel also included an intimate behind-the-scenes video of Eric meticulously crafting the piece from scratch.

Eric Javits crafting Melania Trump’s hat from scratch. | Source: Instagram/ericjavits

Eric Javits crafting Melania Trump’s hat from scratch. | Source: Instagram/ericjavits

In his caption, he revealed his admiration for the First Lady, writing, “It was my great honor and privilege to create the hat our First Lady, Melania Trump, wore for the inaugural swearing-in of our 47th President! She has the inner grace, beauty, and presence to transform what was really a very simple, restrained hat style into what became a ‘wow’ moment. The First Lady’s hat was made with love.”

Melania’s inauguration ensemble sparked a whirlwind of online admiration, as netizens flooded social media with praise for her impeccable style.

“Jaw-dropping high fashion returns to DC. Melania Trump was born for this moment. Magnificent!” exclaimed a fan, whose comment was accompanied by a striking photo of Melania in her iconic hat.

Melania Trump at her husband’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Melania Trump at her husband’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Another declared, “She was the best dressed [sic] lady at the inauguration,” while a fellow admirer added, “Melania Trump is always the BEST dressed woman in any room. I adore her style & grace 😍.”

Melania Trump looks on during the inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Melania Trump looks on during the inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

“Melania’s Outfit and Hat stole the show at the Trump Inauguration! STYLE POINTS! #melania #melaniatrump #firstlady #firstladymelania #melaniahat #melaniaoutfit #melaniafashion #FashionoftheFirstLady #TrumpInauguration2025” penned a supporter.

Donald and Melania Trump looking on during his inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Donald and Melania Trump looking on during his inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Admiration for Melania’s elegance was unanimous, with fans raving about her poise and timeless fashion sense. Yet another supporter enthusiastically declared, “Classy as always!”

Someone else echoed, “Melania looked very chic,” while an admirer swooned, “Absolutely, beautiful and elegant!” “Very regal! 👸 ❤️🤍💙,” gushed another.

Melania Trump at a luncheon following Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Melania Trump at a luncheon following Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

One fan expressed heartfelt relief and joy at Melania’s return to the public eye, sharing, “Elegance, grace, and beauty. I am so relived [sic] and happy that First Lady Melania is back. Her outfits have been a pleasure to witness thus far.” Another summarized the online consensus perfectly, writing, “Classic and chic. Stunning.”

Melania Trump smiling at her husband’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Melania Trump smiling at her husband’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

While Melania Trump appeared to be the belle of the ball, other prominent women also stood out with their stunning ensembles, including the Second Lady and wife of Vice President JD Vance, Usha Vance.

Making her entrance with effortless grace, Usha captivated onlookers in a custom-designed outfit by Oscar de la Renta.

Second Lady Usha Vance standing with Vice President JD Vance during Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Second Lady Usha Vance standing with Vice President JD Vance during Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

The ensemble featured a soft peony cashmere coat with a built-in scarf wrap, paired elegantly with a complementing tea-length dress.

She completed the look with suede knee-high boots and a delicate clutch, creating a polished and feminine aesthetic. The fashion house celebrated the moment on Instagram by sharing photos of Usha’s look.

Ivanka Trump, the daughter of the newly inaugurated president, also stood out in her outfit, as she made a striking entrance alongside her husband, Jared Kushner, and their son.

She donned a forest green ensemble featuring a cinched-waist peplum jacket that accentuated her figure, and paired this with a matching pencil skirt. The monochromatic look was completed with a beret, sleek black heels, black leather gloves, and a structured handbag.

Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner and their son Joseph departing from the East Front of the United States Capitol. | Source: Getty Images

Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner and their son Joseph departing from the East Front of the United States Capitol. | Source: Getty Images

Tiffany Trump, Donald’s youngest daughter, turned heads in a striking navy velvet coat. The floor-length design featured a double-breasted silhouette and a cinched waist. She paired the look with black, heeled boots.

Tiffany Trump and her husband Michael Boulos after her dad’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Tiffany Trump and her husband Michael Boulos after her dad’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Lauren Sanchez, partner of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, made a chic statement at the inauguration in a tailored white blazer. Her sophisticated outfit was complemented by a sheer top underneath and sparkling drop earrings.

Priscilla Chan, Mark Zuckerberg, and Lauren Sanchez at the US Capitol. | Source: Getty Images

Priscilla Chan, Mark Zuckerberg, and Lauren Sanchez at the US Capitol. | Source: Getty Images

Priscilla Chan, wife of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, opted for a cozy yet polished look. She wore a light blue cardigan with delicate gold buttons and accessorized with stunning pearls.

Priscilla Chan looking at Mark Zuckerberg’s phone as they stand next to each other during Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Priscilla Chan looking at Mark Zuckerberg’s phone as they stand next to each other during Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Lara Trump, wife of Eric Trump, donned a sophisticated yet bold outfit. She wore a navy textured coat with fringe detailing at the hem and sparkling silver buttons running down the front.

Lara and Eric Trump leaving after Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

Lara and Eric Trump leaving after Donald Trump’s inauguration. | Source: Getty Images

The outfit highlighted her sleek silhouette, while the thigh-high slit added a touch of modernity. Completing the look, Lara paired the ensemble with black heels.

3 Inspiring Stories of Kindness Repaid in Full

Small acts of kindness can have life-changing consequences. In this heartwarming compilation, three people share how their simple, selfless gestures were repaid in extraordinary ways.

Kindness doesn’t always ask for recognition, but sometimes, it gets repaid in incredible ways. In this collection, we follow three individuals whose generosity sparked chain reactions that changed their lives forever.

These stories show how even the smallest act of kindness can lead to the most unexpected rewards.

An older woman smiling | Source: Midjourney

An older woman smiling | Source: Midjourney

1. Single Dad Helps Older Woman Mow Her Lawn, Soon Gets a Call from Her Lawyer

My wife passed away seven years ago, but I still felt her absence in the house. I never thought I’d have to live without her. My only source of joy was my 15-year-old daughter, Alice. Her presence kept me going.

One afternoon, I looked out the window and saw my elderly neighbor, Mrs. White, struggling with her lawnmower.

Without a second thought, I went out to help.

A close-up shot of a lawnmower | Source: Pexels

A close-up shot of a lawnmower | Source: Pexels

Mrs. White was fiercely independent, but that day, she accepted my assistance.

“Felix, you’re always so kind,” she said, smiling at me. “You’ve never asked for anything in return.”

“It’s no trouble, Mrs. White,” I replied, brushing it off. “That’s what neighbors are for!”

Once I finished mowing her lawn, she approached me holding an ornate box.

“This is for you, dear Felix,” she said. “It’s a reward for your kindness.”

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An older woman talking to a man | Source: Midjourney

“I can’t accept this, Mrs. White,” I politely refused. “You don’t need to thank me for anything.”

Instead, she handed me a bag of apples for Alice.

Back at home, I gave Alice the apples, and her eyes lit up with delight. But then, she pulled out the same ornate box Mrs. White had tried to give me.

“Daddy! Look what was in the bag!” Alice exclaimed, holding it up.

I knew we couldn’t keep it.

“This isn’t ours, Alice. We have to return it,” I said firmly.

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A man in his house | Source: Midjourney

When I went back to Mrs. White’s house to return the box, something felt wrong. I knocked, but there was no answer.

I found her lying peacefully on the couch.

Already gone.

“Oh, no,” I gasped.

I left her house with the box in my hands, unsure of what to do.

***

Later that night, I looked up the box online. I found similar boxes that were worth over $250,000. I couldn’t believe my eyes.

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A man using his laptop | Source: Pexels

At that point, I still felt it wasn’t right to keep the box.

Just as I was trying to figure out what to do, I got a call from Mrs. White’s lawyer, Jonathan. He asked me to meet him the next morning.

Upon entering his office, I saw Mrs. White’s son, Henry. He accused me of stealing the box.

“I didn’t steal it,” I insisted. “She gave it to me.”

But Henry didn’t believe me.

Instead, he offered me $1,000 to return it.

A man standing in a lawyer's office | Source: Midjourney

A man standing in a lawyer’s office | Source: Midjourney

Knowing its real value, I refused and told him he could bid for it at an auction.

But things spiraled out of control at the auction. I had to flee from the venue because I didn’t have proof of ownership.

That night, I went back to Mrs. White’s house, desperate to find anything that could prove she wanted me to have the box. But Henry caught me in the act.

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A man standing in a house | Source: Midjourney

“You’ve made a big mistake,” he warned. “This is breaking and entering. It’s a criminal offense. But I’m willing to overlook this if you do exactly as I say.”

“You have until tomorrow,” he stated firmly. “Bring the box to me, or I’ll have no choice but to file a report with the police. They’ll be very interested to learn about your little nocturnal excursion.”

I returned home and thought about my next steps.

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A man sitting on a couch, thinking | Source: Midjourney

I knew I couldn’t return the box, so I decided to send Alice to her grandmother’s house with the box for safekeeping.

“Dad, why can’t you come with me?” Alice asked before leaving.

“I might not be around for a while, sweetheart,” I said, trying to hold back my fear. “But I promise I’ll come back.”

After Alice left, I called Henry and told him I was ready to turn myself in. The police arrested me that night.

I spent months in prison, wondering if I had made the right choice.

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A silhouette of a man | Source: Pexels

One day, a guard told me to pack up.

To my shock, Alice was there waiting for me. She had found documents in the box that proved Mrs. White had wanted me to inherit it.

Thanks to those papers, Alice had secured my release.

“Dad, we’re free,” she said. “The box was worth everything, but the most important thing is we still have each other.”

“Thank you, my love,” I said, hugging her. “I’m so lucky to have you in my life.”

That day, I realized how my kindness repaid me in an unimaginable way.

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A man sitting in his house | Source: Midjourney

2. I Gave My Last Dollar to a Stranger and Saw Him Again at My Prom

Living with my mom and grandma was never easy, but we made the best of it. We didn’t have much, but we had love, and that was enough for me.

Still, I couldn’t help but feel excited about prom. Like most girls, I dreamed of wearing a beautiful dress and feeling like I belonged.

One morning, my mom, Dina, and grandma, Holly, surprised me with an envelope.

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An envelope | Source: Pexels

“We’ve been saving up,” Mom said softly, sliding the envelope across the table.

Inside, there was just enough money to buy a dress.

“Thank you!” I hugged them. “I can’t believe you did this for me!”

I was super happy and couldn’t wait to buy the perfect dress.

On the bus ride to the dress shop, I clutched the envelope tightly, imagining the gown I’d choose. But my thoughts were interrupted when two workers started checking tickets.

That’s when I noticed a man at the back of the bus. He looked worried.

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A man sitting in a bus | Source: Pexels

“I-I don’t have my ticket,” he stammered. “I forgot my wallet at home.”

The workers exchanged annoyed glances.

“No ticket means a fine,” one of them said sternly.

“You’ll have to pay up, or we’ll have to call the authorities.”

“Please, I’m begging you,” the man said. “I’m trying to get to my daughter. She’s sick, and I have to take her to the hospital. I… I forgot my wallet in my rush. Please, I just need to get to her. I can’t pay the fine.”

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A worried man | Source: Midjourney

The bus workers didn’t seem convinced. One of them shook his head.

“We’ve heard every excuse in the book. If you can’t pay the fine, you’ll have to explain yourself to the police.”

My heart ached watching the desperation in the man’s eyes.

I hesitated, thinking about the dress, but something inside me told me this man needed my help more than I needed a gown.

Before I could second-guess myself, I stood up and said, “I’ll pay his fine.”

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A girl standing in a bus | Source: Midjourney

The man, Rick, looked at me with wide eyes while I handed money to the bus workers.

“I… I can’t believe you did that,” he said with tears in his eyes. “You’ve saved me. Thank you!”

“It’s okay,” I smiled. “I hope your daughter gets better soon.”

Soon, I got home empty-handed and told my mother what had happened. She was furious.

“You gave away the money?” she asked, shocked. “How could you be so naive, Carly? That man could have been lying to you! What if he tricked you?”

A woman talking to her daughter | Source: Midjourney

A woman talking to her daughter | Source: Midjourney

Tears filled my eyes. I hadn’t thought about that.

That’s when my grandma wrapped me in a hug.

“You did the right thing,” she whispered. “Kindness always comes back.”

A few days later, I attended prom night wearing an old dress. I felt so out of place as other girls twirled in their beautiful, shiny gowns.

I almost regretted coming until I felt a tap on my shoulder.

I turned and saw Rick standing there, smiling. Beside him was his daughter, healthy and full of life.

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An older man smiling | Source: Midjourney

“This is my daughter, Haley,” he said.

Then, she handed me a gift-wrapped box.

“Please open it,” Rick insisted.

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I unwrapped it. Rick had bought me the most beautiful dress I had ever seen.

“I don’t know what to say…” I said.

Rick smiled. “You’ve already said enough by helping me when no one else would. Now, it’s time for you to enjoy your night.”

I quickly changed into the dress and walked into prom feeling like a princess.

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A back view shot of a woman in a dress | Source: Midjourney

That night, I realized that kindness really does come back when you least expect it.

3. I Paid for a Stranger’s Groceries, and It Led to My Grandma’s $230k Treatment

I was at the grocery store, just getting a few things for my grandma, when I noticed the woman in front of me at the checkout was struggling.

She realized she’d left her wallet in her friend’s car and was about to walk away empty-handed.

“Ma’am, I’ll cover it,” I said without thinking.

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A boy at a grocery store | Source: Midjourney

“Oh, no. I couldn’t put you out like that,” she said after looking at me from head to toe. I think she was shocked to see a 12-year-old offering to help her.

“I insist, ma’am. Sometimes, we have to do good things, and karma will reward us later, right? That’s what my grandmother says all the time,” I said.

She hesitated, but I insisted.

I wasn’t rich, but I knew it was the right thing to do.

“Thank you so much,” she said. “I’m Mary. And you?”

A woman in a supermarket | Source: Midjourney

A woman in a supermarket | Source: Midjourney

“I’m Mark,” I replied.

“Thank you for what you did, Mark,” she smiled. “Listen, how about you give me your phone number so I can pay you back as soon as I get my wallet?”

I wrote down my number on the receipt and handed it to her. “Here, but don’t worry about it. There’s no rush. I live nearby anyway.”

“Alright, Mark,” she smiled and thanked me once again before leaving.

A woman talking to a boy | Source: Midjourney

A woman talking to a boy | Source: Midjourney

I felt good, but honestly, I didn’t think much about it after that. My focus was on my grandma, who was in the hospital and needed a major surgery that we couldn’t afford.

I had started a GoFundMe, but it wasn’t going well.

A few days later, I heard a knock on my door. Mary came with her daughter, Anastacia, to return my money.

“Thank you once again, Mark,” Mary said. “How’s your grandma doing?”

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A woman asking a boy about his grandmother | Source: Midjourney

That’s when I explained our situation. They were shocked that I was raising money for her surgery on my own.

Then, they did something incredible. They offered to help.

Anastacia shared our GoFundMe link with everyone she knew. She even posted the story on Reddit, telling people how I had helped her mom.

At first, I didn’t think it would work, but the story started getting attention.

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A boy using a phone | Source: Pexels

Soon, more people donated, and the story went viral.

And before I knew it, donations were pouring in. We reached the $230,000 needed for my grandma’s surgery. I was in shock.

I had only spent $20 to help Mary, and somehow, it had led to saving my grandma’s life.

Thanks to Mary and Anastacia, my grandma is getting the treatment she needs, and I’ll never forget how one act of kindness brought everything full circle.

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A boy smiling | Source: Midjourney

If you enjoyed reading these stories, here’s another one you might like: When Phoebe decides that her new chapter begins with a divorce and a new house, she finds a little house in a sleepy neighborhood. As she gets unpacking, she meets a wonderful neighbor, who has a big responsibility for Phoebe.

This work is inspired by real events and people, but it has been fictionalized for creative purposes. Names, characters, and details have been changed to protect privacy and enhance the narrative. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental and not intended by the author.

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