While every first lady is represented beginning with Martha Washington, the oldest inaugural gown in the collection belonged to Emily Donelson, who wore it to her uncle Andrew Jacksons 1829 inauguration and served as his official hostess, her aunt and Jacksons wife, Rachel Donelson, having died right after his election.) It was, however, Helen Taft, wife of President William Howard Taft and a first lady of many firsts, who got the collection ball rolling with the gown she wore to her husbands 1909 inauguration a creamy Empire-style crowd-pleaser with a flattering square neck, lace collar and short sleeves to show off her long white gloves
Plus, you can wear it for all different kinds of cocktail parties
This highly structured silhouette remains meticulously fitted through the bodice, waist, and hips before flaring out beautifully at the knees, creating a stunning visual impact that is highly sought after for red-carpet-level events
Outside dining was in full swing, the heat had cooled off, the people watching was epic and almost any cute summer outfit went in terms of what to wear
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No sugar in the cornbread: I cannot stress this enough
