Presidential inaugurations are occasions filled with ceremony, music, and symbolizing new beginnings, but the role of the First Lady is crucial for humanizing the presidency.
The First Lady's presence during inaugurations goes beyond aesthetics; she embodies the image and priorities of the administration while reflecting evolving societal tastes.
Rosalynn Carter’s decision to recycle her dress during her husband’s inauguration highlighted the tension between projecting regularity and the expectations for grandeur at such events.
Jill Biden’s historic 2021 inaugural fashion choice—a coat with all 50 state flowers and a pandemic-era face mask—underscored how First Ladies use fashion to convey messages.
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