Subtle Power at the 9/11 Memorial: FLOTUS Style Through the Years

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, current and former First Ladies gathered at memorials in Virginia and New York, delivering solemn, restrained fashion that stayed true to each woman’s style: Melania Trump in slate-gray Dolce & Gabbana tailoring, Michelle Obama in a brown Ferragamo gown with understated leather detailing, Jill Biden in navy tailoring, Hillary Clinton in black, and Laura Bush in navy. The outfits underscore that FLOTUS fashion conveys presence and respect beyond the presidency, a theme tied to Michelle Obama’s discussions of sartorial diplomacy and the enduring, curated role of former first ladies.