Melania Trump’s boater-style hat: FLOTUS for a Reason

The coat, which was nipped at the waist and worn with bare legs and stiletto heels, exuded a sense of military-inspired elegance. Beneath the coat, Melania wore a sleek pencil skirt and a crisp blouse with a sharp neckline, all hand-sewn by Lippes' team in New York.

But the pièce de résistance was Melania's hat – a wool boater-style hat designed by Eric Javits. The hat, which almost entirely obscured her eyes, added an air of mystery and allure to her overall look. Some social media users even compared her hat to Michael Jackson's iconic "Smooth Criminal" look, sparking a meme fest online.

Despite the cold weather, Melania's outfit was a masterclass in elegance and sophistication. Her black leather gloves were a practical touch, but it was her hat that truly stole the show. As Professor Nichola Gutgold noted, Melania's hat added a sense of aloofness and elusiveness to her overall demeanor, which is not unusual for the former First Lady.