Edelweiss Patterns Melania Trump’s Blue Suit Pattern
Over the years I’ve studied everything I could about America’s First Ladies – from their favorite colors to their decorating schemes, and – of course – what they wore. No matter what political opinions they or their husbands held, I think of them as an integral part of my country’s history, and a representation of what fashion was doing at the time they lived at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Naturally this year I was rather curious to see what the incoming First Lady would choose for her inauguration attire, since she was a former model and is given to wearing rather expensive outfits! While I didn’t like her inaugural ballgown at ALL, I thought her Ralph Lauren powder blue dress and matching bolero were STUNNING. With the almost 1960s French twist in her hair, and those long, elegant gloves, she looked effortlessly classic and chic. Honestly, I think Melania’s inaugural outfit was the most beautiful one we have seen in years.
So imagine my surprise when Vogue Patterns just released a nearly identical replica of it in their Fall 2017 collection! (Vogue 9266) Vogue Patterns nailed all the details of this design – from the crossover cowl neck to the raglan sleeves.
They also show a picture of the dress without the bolero on, which you would have only noticed on Inauguration Day if you watched the luncheon in the Capitol rotunda. (Pictures below).
Both dresses have diagonal darts at the neckline and 3/4 length sleeves. The Vogue Patterns version has looser sleeves than Melania’s, but it looks like the First Lady’s version actually took a zipper to get into the sleeves!
Both versions appear to be made from a beautiful wool coating material.
For my part, I think Melania Trump is a true connoisseur of fashion, and I’m certain she will go down in history as an icon of First Lady’s style. And now I’m really tempted to buy this pattern and recreate her outfit! Thanks to Vogue Patterns for recreating this gorgeous suit!
Happy Sewing,
Katrina
This outfit was stunning! Thank you for sharing the news about the Vogue pattern. I do not purchase many new patterns (preferring vintage ones), but this one is definitely tempting!
I love her outfit too! Im shirt and a little curvy but would love to at least make the jacket. Have you made yours yet??!! Amie 🙂
I love her colour matched gloves! I have just bought some vintage black 3/4 length ones to wear with a cape. I was inspired by Olivia’s fashion in Scandal
Hi! I would like to purchase the pattern for Melania’s blue inauguration dress, and would love to have someone make it for me. Any suggestions as to how I can do that? Thanks
I found the Vogue pattern before I found your blog, but I’m wondering whether you’ve found a pattern for her striped black/white off-shoulder, full skirt dress that she wore with President Trump’s black suit with black/white striped tie. Her dress bodice crosses in the front. The picture has them holding hands, walking across the lawn, presumably at the White House. Thanks for reading!
Can the vogue pattern #9266 in 2017 pattern book. Please tell me how to order. Thank you
Hi there!
I’d recommend checking the Vogue website – if it’s out of print, Esty & Ebay are great resources.
Happy sewing!
Katrina