Donald Trump was officially sworn in as president for a second time at his inauguration on January 20, 2025. There were several prominent political figures in attendance for the event, along with other recognizable faces.

First lady Melania Trump gestures during the inaugural parade inside Capital One Arena on the inauguration day of U.S. President Donald Trump's second presidential term, in Washington, U.S. January 20,

As the world watches for the transition of power on Inauguration Day, the fashion industry eyes the ensembles of the first ladies

How viral was this thing? Global searches about what she had on her head were briefly higher than for President Donald Trump’s speech, according to an analysis from JeffBet. The veteran milliner told Women’s Wear Daily he created the chapeau specifically to match Melania’s navy blue Adam Lippes coat.

Eric Javits, the designer behind the viral hat worn by Melania Trump at the inauguration, told "CBS Mornings" he wasn't sure if the first lady would wear it due to the venue change.

Eric Javits also noted how women in the past wore wide-brimmed hats to set boundaries "so no one would try" to kiss them.

Melania’s hat. The 47th (and 45th) first lady of the United States might have launched a meme coin cryptocurrency ahead of the ceremony, but it was her headwear that had the day’s big meme energy. It’s not the first time an accessory has stolen the show at a political event.