Jenna Bush Hager Outfits That Could Be Considered Inappropriate For Morning Television

Former first daughter Jenna Bush Hager has made interesting career strides as an adult. Instead of entering into her family's business of politics, she has evolved into a recognizable television personality. When she is not at home with her family or enjoying the best Read With Jenna Book Club picks, she's interviewing guests and sharing helpful tips as host of "Today with Jenna & Friends." Her blond hair and sweet smile greet viewers every morning for a bright start to their day. But sometimes, the outfits Bush Hager wears on the air are anything but fabulous. Some are cheeky or downright unstylish — definitely not what people want to see when they turn on their favorite morning show after waking up.

Throughout her years in the spotlight, Jenna Bush Hager has had a stunning style transformation. Her style was rather formal and professional as a young adult when her father George W. Bush was president. Now as a mom, she's embraced typical femininity with her wardrobe by wearing dresses with soft colors and floral patterns. Fans have seen Bush Hager dress in a more daring way on occasions by going with edgy elements like black leather, knee-high boots, or short skirts to combat the harsh New York weather. Whether experimenting with risqué fabrics or by baring it all in revealing silhouettes, the "Today" host has a history of turning heads with controversial clothing choices.   

On a bright summer day in 2025, Jenna Bush Hager hosted "Today with Jenna & Friends" in an adorable crochet knit maxi dress. But the plunging neckline of the low-cut dress barely covered the host's top half and left her super exposed. This was especially a problem during the show when Jenna hosted a fitness segment where she had to lift heavy workout equipment off the ground. She struggled to move around without revealing too much and narrowly avoided an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction.

It's useful to have pieces in your closet that work from morning to night. Too bad Jenna Bush Hager didn't understand the assignment when she wore a black satin slip dress with lace detail on the majority of the skirt in January 2025. She attempted to dress up the outfit by pairing the dress with black kitten heels and a pendant necklace. But the gown made Bush Hager look like she just rolled out of bed. Not to mention the barely there straps felt like an odd choice for a late January morning where the weather was no doubt chilly and brisk.

There's no fashion icon like the pop princess herself, Madonna. It appears Jenna Bush Hager was channeling the '80s icon to make her suit look more playful in March 2025. Bush Hager donned a cranberry-red blazer and slacks but added an extra element underneath to make the outfit look less like business attire: a pink zip-up bustier. The tight-fitting strapless top hugged Bush Hager's curves and gave the effect of a push-up bra. The zipper that followed down the entirety of the top was clearly an example of the edgy detailing that was unavoidable in fall/winter 2023, but it felt out of place on a family-friendly morning talk show.

In 2024, Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb celebrated a major milestone at the Empire State Building in New York. The duo commemorated five years of hosting the fourth hour of "The Today Show" together. While Kotb wore a purple blouse and pants, Bush Hager wore a pink blazer and miniskirt. She added yellow boots in an attempt to balance her heavily exposed legs, but it still felt too showy for what was technically a work event. And there's no question Bush Hager felt cold from the windchill in her teeny-tiny skirt when overlooking the city at the top of the building.

When you think of edgy heavy-metal outfits, blond beauty Jenna Bush Hager may not be the first person that comes to mind. But she surprised viewers when she appeared in clothing that's suitable for a rock and roll concert. In February 2025, Bush Hager let loose with a leather skirt that included round metal rings throughout. She paired the skirt with knee-high leather boots that touted a thin stiletto heel and a black sweater. Her skirt also included a flirty slit in the front which really made her tall boots stand out. Stylish? Yes. Morning TV appropriate? Probably not.

For the 2025 premiere of "Today with Jenna & Friends," Jenna Bush Hager wore a crisp all-white ensemble. Her white suit included high-waisted pants and a matching blazer that covered a silk camisole top. Now if looking at this outfit gives you déjà vu, there's a reason why. This look is identical to Lauren Sánchez's inappropriate Inauguration Day outfit. And the identical 'fits were worn just days apart! The new Mrs. Jeff Bezos received criticism for her exposed lace bra while Bush Hager's lace camisole neckline looked equally as sultry.