Usha Vance's Most Forgettable Fashion Moments

There's no denying that Usha Vance's style transformation since JD Vance took up politics has ramped up a bit. When you're the SLOTUS, all eyes are on your fashion choices, so your 'fits have to be carefully chosen. In Usha's case, that means receiving help from the kiddos at times. In an August 2025 Q&A at a school shared by Fox News, the mom of three revealed the adorable reason for her OOTD. "You might notice that I'm wearing a red dress today. That is because it is one of my favorite colors, but also it's my 3-year-old's favorite color. And she made me change this morning into this outfit," Usha answered.

Mirabel Vance has some good taste, but that doesn't mean her mom always gets her clothing right. Compared to the first lady, Usha and Melania Trump's styles couldn't be more different. The lawyer's approach to style is far more laid-back, and we get that perhaps there are more important things on Usha's mind than what's trending. Still, her 'fits have failed to make a mark too many times.

Usha Vance had the chance to step up her fashion game at a non-political event when she and JD Vance attended the opening night of "Les Misérables" in Washington, D.C. in June 2025. However, she ended up choosing a plain black strapless evening dress with silver detailing. Usha Vance's method for picking out her outfits is super relatable, as she depends on a group chat with friends to give her advice, but it seems they all went the safe route that night. She could've at least put on some bling to jazz up her look.

Blue seemed to be the theme when JD and Usha Vance visited French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, in February 2025. The four wore various shades, with Usha opting for a muted periwinkle dress in a silky material. The SLOTUS' shapeless shift hung from her frame unflatteringly, and her closed-toe heels did nothing to elevate the look. Meanwhile, Brigitte wore a structured midi jacket in a similar shade that was tailored to perfection and gave her an hourglass shape, proving you can never go wrong with French-girl style.

The first day of the Republican National Convention is when right-wing candidates really need to make an impression, but Usha Vance failed to get the memo in 2024. Instead of wowing with her 'fit, Usha's beige midi dress and brown flats bored us to tears. The khaki-colored shirt had no adornments, and the head-to-toe neutral look made the litigator literally fade into the background. A snazzy pair of colorful pumps and a fitted blazer would've done wonders for her.

Navy blue is the perfect color to wear while attending a parade featuring the U.S. Marine Corps, which is what Usha Vance did in May 2025. She and JD Vance matched their outfits perfectly, but the veep stood out more with his lighter-colored tie, while the SLOTUS' shirtdress looked incredibly plain. A bright belt would've made her attire more eye-catching, but alas, as we all know by now, Usha isn't one for chic accessories.

Usha Vance was all smiles as she and JD Vance stepped off an aircraft in October 2025 for the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary event. While Usha got it right this time with a trendy pair of brown flared leather pants, her beige jacket on top was all wrong for the outfit. The cropped length and boxy cut added bulk to her frame. Additionally, her silver flats were yawn-inducing and clashed with the warm color palette.

If Usha Vance were enough of a fashion rebel to wear white after Labor Day, we would've hoped she'd do it in a way that made everyone nod in approval. Instead, she wore a plain cream-colored sweater with a pair of white slacks for a rally in November 2024. We know she was there in support of her husband, but she completely faded into the background. At least she wore a thin gold necklace and a pair of small hoop earrings this time.