US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump attend a luncheon following the inauguration ceremony, in Statuary Hall at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025. Picture: Brendan Smialowski/AFP
Image: Photo by Brendan Smialowski/AFP
First Lady Melania Trump is the talk of the town thanks to her elegant outfit at the 2025 presidential inauguration.
Melania wore a navy blue silk wool coat and skirt designed by New York-based Adam Lippes, paired with an ivory blouse.
She completed her look with a striking navy blue hat featuring a white stripe around the crown, crafted by American designer Eric Javits.
The brim of the hat covered her face from the sun, slightly hid her eyes and even acted as a buffer.
When her husband Donald Trump, the 45th president of the United States leaned in for a kiss, Melaniaa’s hat prevented him from getting close to him, resulting in him getting just an air kiss.
The awkward moment quickly became a moment on social media with many commenting on the couple’s interaction. Naysayers have poked holes into the moment, while others are defending Melania and saying she acted like a lady in the moment.
@AlecFall0n said on X: “MELANIA AND DONALD TRUMP AIR KISS IN FRONT OF THE WORLD MAN.
“SHE HATES THAT MAN🤣🤣😭😭 LOOK AT THIS IM CRYING HAHAHA”
@iUmarKhattak: tweeted: "#DonaldTrump tried to steal a kiss from #Melania during his inauguration, but missed the mark—turns out, the long hat she wore wasn’t just a fashion statement, it was a diplomatic shield! 😆"
Lucas Sanders said: "That hat she wore was the best decision Melania Trump has ever made. The Cringiest air kiss ever."
@wjeromecoleman said: "I know Melania wore the Hamburgular's hat on purpose. That hat rim was her border wall. She was making sure trump's lips never touched her face, if he tried to kiss her.
"Look. She is so happy with that air kiss. 😆I love Donald and Melania's love."
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