Ivanka's Inauguration Look Has Everyone Thinking The Same Thing

Ivanka Trump tried to keep it classy for her father's second inauguration, but here's why we think it missed the mark. The former fashionista kept it modest in a forest green ensemble reminiscent of the Christmas outfit Kate Middleton wore back in December. Honestly, though, we think it made her look more frumpy than fashionable. She wore a long-sleeved, asymmetrical wrap top, but the asymmetry felt like a failed attempt at a fashion risk on a rather reserved day. Ivanka tried to make the outfit more form-fitting with a thin black belt, but the matching hat just looked like wilting fabric atop her head. While the Princess of Wales chose a blue and green flannel scarf to accentuate her cozy Christmas Day look, Ivanka's heels, gloves, and handbag were all a lifeless shade of black. Not to mention Princess Kate's earrings were cute and shiny, while Ivanka's were plain and almost unnoticeable. This isn't the first time the first daughter has delivered a fashion fail. Remember Ivanka's attempt at cowboy chic? Her country-western date outfit was made up of outdated pieces all thrown together at once. That look was way too casual to be fashion-forward, but perhaps Ivanka is being deliberate when she opts for relaxed styles. Could her plain Inauguration Day outfit be sending a message about her feelings towards her father's presidency? She did admit that she won't be nearly as involved during her father's second term as she was during his first, so maybe her latest look is just her saying, I'm here, but not here. It's a very dark, negative business. Ivanka's played it coy in her inaugural fit, wearing solid colors and a modest two-piece suit, but she often decides glam for red carpets and other public events. She's been seen many times wearing bold, sparkly outfits and even short skirts that reflect her lavish lifestyle. Ivanka gravitates toward loud colors, patterns, and prints when she wants a flashier look, and she isn't allergic to wearing low backs and daring cutouts. On the other hand, Kate Middleton has influenced England and even the world with her classy fashion choices. Her outfits can feel very attainable, and once she's been seen in something, it instantly sells out online. Simply put, the Princess of Wales has become a fashion maven. Even Princess Kate's fashion risks have paid off. For example, her hats have become a hallmark of her style. Kate's off-center headwear feels very European, so it definitely seemed out of place when Ivanka imitated it during the inauguration. Her hat was flat and tired-looking, while Middleton selects structural pieces with height to make them stand out in the crowd. Hours before her father's return to the White House, Ivanka turned heads in her pre-inauguration gown. It was a custom design by Oscar de la Renta, and it landed the fashion brand in hot water. The official Oscar de la Renta Instagram posted two images of Ivanka in her off-the-shoulder gown complete with a crystal and pearl floral embroidered empire waist. But the label's followers weren't looking at the dress because they were appalled by the person in it. Many commenters shared their disdain for Ivanka and called out Oscar de la Renta for agreeing to dress her. One critic commented, "'What was that saying about lipstick on a pig?' Another pointed comment read, "'What a shame you made it for her. Profits over integrity.'" One person simply and witheringly commented, "'Disappointing.'" Lots of fashion fans were livid when they found out Oscar de la Renta also dressed J.D. Vance's wife, Usha, for the vice president's dinner the previous day. Many have called for a boycott of the famous designer, saying that they personally will not be following the brand any longer.