Rosalynn Carter
Because the United States was not doing well economically at the time of the inauguration, President Jimmy Carter elected to hold what they labeled “people’s inaugural celebrations,” with tickets selling for only $25. Rosalynn wore a gown she had worn previously when President Carter was governor. In a sleeveless blue chiffon gown with gold details, she looks gorgeous. While she was attempting to make a public message that the president would not be lavishing himself with wealth while the rest of the country suffered, the decision did not go well.
Rosalynn Carter
Eleanor Roosevelt
Eleanor Roosevelt is one of history’s most well-known first ladies. While President Franklin Delano Roosevelt was in office, she was also among the first to make her opinions, feminism, and other civil rights concerns well known. Eleanor was not particularly fond of or interested in fashion, as her interests clearly lay elsewhere. She made quite a stir, though, when she developed a gorgeous slate-blue crepe that was finally named for her: “Eleanor blue.” It was designed by Sally Milgrim and had a gold leaf and floral theme.
Eleanor Roosevelt
