Melania Trump stuns in tailored Dolce & Gabbana suit at 2026 State of the Union
WASHINGTON, DC: First lady Melania Trump attracted attention on Tuesday, Feb 24, when she arrived for President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address.
She wore a tailored Dolce & Gabbana pantsuit, combining high fashion with her usual polished appearance.
The outfit soon became a topic of conversation among attendees, political observers, and social media users as cameras captured the first lady before the president took the stage.
Melania Trump’s style draws spotlight
The first lady looked effortlessly gorgeous at Tuesday evening’s State of the Union 2026 address, wearing a pantsuit by Dolce & Gabbana, paired with Manolo Blahnik heels and a white cotton shirt.
Donald Trump and Melania are big fans of Dolce & Gabbana, and they have been frequently seen wearing the label at various public events.
Dolce & Gabbana, the Italian luxury brand known for its refined tailoring and bold shapes, has become a favorite of Melania Trump in recent years.
The brand’s impact was clear in the sharp lines and sleek finish of the pantsuit she wore at one of Washington’s most important annual events.
Melania, 55, supported husband Donald as he gave his presidential speech, joined by son Barron Trump as well as her stepchildren, Ivanka Trump, Eric Trump, Tiffany Trump and Donald Trump Jr.
Style meets tradition at State of the Union
The family was joined by two guests in Trump’s box seating, who represent issues she cares about: the foster system and the Presidential AI Challenge.
Having the first lady’s own guests, apart from the president’s, is a change from past practice that shows her values.
Melania attended the State of the Union address in 2018, wearing a white Dior pantsuit, and in 2020, when she chose a black Dolce & Gabbana skirt suit.
The latter looked in contrast to the all-white outfits the Democratic attendees, including Nancy Pelosi, wore to honor the suffragettes on the 100th anniversary of White women earning the right to vote.
Melania Trump’s appearance followed this pattern, offering a moment of style commentary amid the serious political proceedings.