Melania Trump accompanied her husband, Donald Trump, to the State Funeral Service for former U.S. President Jimmy Carter on Thursday. The solemn occasion took place in Washington, D.C., at the Washington National Cathedral.

For the event, the 54-year-old incoming first lady wore an elegant yet eye-catching outfit. She wore a black trench dress with a striking, oversized white collar from Valentino’s Fall 2019 collection. Her otherwise simple funeral attire was given a creative touch by the one-of-a-kind design, which featured an abstract print of a couple cuddling while surrounded by roses and butterflies.

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At the State Funeral Service, her husband Donald Trump chose to dress more subtly by donning his trademark black suit and blue tie.

Melania Trump’s long hair was swept back in an exquisite updo to go with her sophisticated ensemble, which has raised questions about whether or not she used extensions. The former model, who is renowned for her impeccable style, frequently favors high-end labels like Versace, Alexander McQueen, and Dolce & Gabbana.

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Social media users expressed admiration for the incoming first lady’s appearance. One participant posted pictures from the ceremony to Instagram with the caption, “Elegant.” royalty. “Grateful for our Magnificent First Lady,” she wrote, tagging Melania, who has 2.4 million fans. Fans also praised her stylish outfit choice for the somber occasion on X, the former name of Twitter.

The funeral for Jimmy Carter

At 10 a.m., the state funeral service began at the Washington National Cathedral after the 39th President’s casket left the U.S. Capitol.

The late leader was honored at the cathedral by all five of the current U.S. presidents. During the service, 82-year-old President Joe Biden gave a moving eulogy. Former and current vice presidents Mike Pence, Kamala Harris, Al Gore, and JD Vance were also present at the event.

The presence of former President Barack Obama sitting next to Donald Trump during the ceremony was a noteworthy moment. The two were seen conversing for a long time, attracting attention during the serious event.