Laura Bush
Laura Bush is the first lady of the United States and the wife of President George W. Bush. Laura Bush donned a red-crystal embellished gown fashioned by a Texas designer for her first inauguration, which was comparable to the gown worn by Hillary Clinton. She also wore pearls as a reference to her mother-in-law, Barbara Bush, who was the previous First Lady of the United States. After Bush was re-elected for a second term, the country was in a completely different state than it had been since September 11. Laura followed Hillary’s lead and opted for an Oscar De La Renta ensemble. She donned an embroidered ice blue and silver tulle gown with Austrian crystals embellished on the bodice. Fashion, without a doubt, recognizes no political boundaries, and it makes no difference to which political party you could identify with if you appreciate beautiful design.
Laura Bush
Elizabeth Wallace Truman
Elizabeth Truman was married to President Harry Truman during his administration. The two had known each other since they were children, when they went to the same elementary school. This First Lady had a complete lack of interest in politics and the political landscape in general. Despite her reluctance to accept the role, she performed the duties of a good wife and hostess. When her husband first assumed office, it was after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt and the country was in the midst of World War II, so it wasn’t exactly a carefree and joyous period for her. Madame Pola is said to have fashioned her gown for the inaugural ball, which she wore on the first night. She wore a dark gown with white accents and a fur cloak, which she accessorized with a veil.
Elizabeth Wallace Truman
