You Can't Deny Melania Trump's Statement-Making Style in These 17 Dresses

Say what you will about the current state of our government, but the one thing that's still always looking good in Washington today is the White House — that is when Melania Trump's walking its halls. The statuesque first lady's fashion background comes through in the former model's enviable wardrobe and her poise while wearing it. With a dress collection that includes her now-iconic inaugural gown, sparkly cocktail numbers, and more casual travel ensembles, this is one FLOTUS who puts the capital "F" in fashion.

Melania's Elegant Hervé Pierre
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Melania's Elegant Hervé Pierre

With its recent induction into the Smithsonian Museum's First Ladies exhibit, this Hervé Pierre design has already earned its place in history.

Melania's Jil Sander Day Dress
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Melania's Jil Sander Day Dress

In Hamburg, Germany, Melania's understated yet elegant printed Jil Sander dress made a statement with bold red accents.

Melania's Pink Delpozo Dress
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Melania's Pink Delpozo Dress

Only Melania could sport this avant-garde hot-pink number, which had the whole internet talking.

Melania's New Year's Eve Sparkler
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Melania's New Year's Eve Sparkler

When it's time to ring in the new year, sparkles are a must. In 2016, Melania added a touch of glimmer to her sleek black design.

Melania's Red Cocktail Dress
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Melania's Red Cocktail Dress

Wearing a traditional red hue, Melania hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan.

Melania's Christian Louboutin Multi Python Pumps
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Melania's Christian Louboutin Multi Python Pumps

This vibrant emerald Ceffin dress stood up to her sky-high $1,395 Christian Louboutin pumps. The first lady wore the pairing to an event in West Virginia.

Melania's White Roksanda Design
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Melania's White Roksanda Design

At the Republican National Convention, Melania took the podium . . . but her white Roksanda dress took center stage.

Melania's Ralph Lauren Set
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Melania's Ralph Lauren Set

At President Trump's inauguration, the first lady picked a quintessentially American color and designer with a blue Ralph Lauren dress.

Melania's Feminine Monique Lhuillier Dress
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Melania's Feminine Monique Lhuillier Dress

While attending a rally in Ohio, Melania was pretty in her pink Monique Lhuillier design.

Melania's Tweed Dress
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Melania's Tweed Dress

This Fall-friendly Alexander Wang creation actually comes in six different versions.

Melania's Sparkly Monique Lhuillier
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Melania's Sparkly Monique Lhuillier

Melania was the hostess with the mostest wearing Monique Lhuillier at the White House's Historical Association Dinner.

Melania's Printed Delpozo
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Melania's Printed Delpozo

High fashion, straight ahead! Melania touched down in Hamburg, Germany, wearing Delpozo's graphic midi dress.

Melania's Retro Michael Kors Dress
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Melania's Retro Michael Kors Dress

Melania took a page from the '20s at the G20 summit in Michael Kors's flapper-inspired shift.

Melania's Vibrant Print
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Melania's Vibrant Print

When Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India came to town, Melania took a cue from the rich colors of his country in Pucci's vibrant column.

Melania's Travel Dress
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Melania's Travel Dress

Talk about easy breezy! Melania stepped off Air Force One in a floaty white dress.

Melania's Monochromatic Number
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Melania's Monochromatic Number

The first lady was black and white and read about all over when she stepped out in her graphic ensemble.

Melania's Gold Gown
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Melania's Gold Gown

Pure gold! Melania took the stage at an inaugural event in a shimmering metallic gown.