**Fashion World Divided Over Adam Lippes and Oscar de la Renta’s Inauguration Looks for Melania and Ivanka Trump**
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On Martin Luther King Day in 2025, Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. The moment carried a lot of weight for many people. Among Democrats and members of the fashion world, emotions ran high—many felt frustrated and disappointed.
Designer Adam Lippes styled Melania Trump for the occasion. At first, he disabled comments on his social media post featuring the new First Lady, who wore a custom outfit by Lippes, paired with an Eric Javits hat and Manolo Blahnik shoes. He later reopened the comments but removed any negative ones.
Oscar de la Renta received a different kind of response. The brand dressed Ivanka Trump for pre-inauguration events and Usha Vance, the Vice President’s wife, on the day of the inauguration. Some social media users voiced their disapproval. One person remarked that the brand had dressed the entire group and was now off their list, while another questioned whether Oscar de la Renta had become the go-to label for MAGA Republicans.
Still, many came to the designers’ defense, arguing that fashion should remain neutral and above politics. They saw the decision to dress high-profile figures as a smart business move, offering valuable visibility on a global stage.
So, where do you stand? Will you keep supporting Adam Lippes and Oscar de la Renta?