She wore a white Alexander McQueen suit under which a lace bustier was visible. Many considered this fashion choice of hers to be highly inappropriate for Donald Trump's inauguration. In an interview with the New York Times, she said she thought she had dressed conservatively and was proud of herself. She reflected on the negative comments she received on social media. "I can't imagine ever writing something malicious on someone's Instagram. That would actually break my heart. I want positive comments: 'You look great. You're amazing.' I want to give everyone flowers. Why wouldn't I?" she said. This was not her first fashion misstep at a political event; she also came under criticism when she wore a lace red dress with a corset to a White House dinner in 2024. "I've learned—don't wear lace to the White House. Noted," she said.