7 Times Melania Trump Was Out-Dressed By Stepdaughter Tiffany

Melania Trump has had a stunning style transformation since marrying Donald Trump, and it's safe to say she completely leaned into a more elevated look that's wildly different from her modeling days. Melania doesn't shy away from wearing the most expensive outfits, but that doesn't mean she's always the best-dressed in the room. In fact, Tiffany Trump has outshone her stepmother enough times that we're thinking she's the real fashionista of the family.

While it's clear that FLOTUS doesn't like fancy frills and too much print, Melania's been seen in some of the most boring red carpet looks of all time. It seems that she's taken the quiet luxury aesthetic a bit too far at times, to the point of her looks being totally forgettable. Meanwhile, Tiffany has surprisingly stepped up her sartorial game of late, opting for designer pieces with stunning accessories, and the POTUS' daughter's approval rating as a stylista has surpassed Melania's by far.

Melania Trump played it safe at the 2025 inaugural ball with a custom white Hervé Pierre gown that featured a black ribbon detailing on the front. The strapless dress was fitting for the first lady, but there was nothing remarkable about it. On the other hand, Tiffany Trump looked utterly stunning in her silvery-gray Zuhair Murad chiffon gown with a bejeweled bodice and off-the-shoulder sleeves. The fit hugged her body perfectly while also showing a hint of her baby bump, and Tiffany completed her ethereal look with loads of jaw-dropping diamonds.

Tiffany Trump may have been expecting a baby at the time of the 2025 Kennedy Center honors, but she sure knew how to dress for her body. She chose a velvet emerald-green gown complete with a plunging neckline, long sleeves, and a thigh-high slit. A slim belt with gold embellishments was just the right touch to accentuate Tiffany's waistline. Meanwhile, Melania Trump opted for a plain black unadorned dress that made her blend into the background, only accessorizing with a simple bracelet and a pair of diamond stud earrings.

The September 2025 State Banquet at Windsor Castle in England was full of bright colors. Tiffany Trump wore a royal-blue off-the-shoulder dress with shiny embellishments on the bodice, and she looked absolutely regal in the shade, fitting right in with the other guests. However, Melania Trump showed up in a garish yellow ensemble adorned with a lavender belt that completely clashed with the outfit. We're sure she turned heads, as her outfit made a very loud entrance.

In March 2020, Tiffany Trump shared an Instagram post with her family, wishing her brother Barron Trump a happy birthday. In the photo, she posed wearing a black lacy dress with what looked like an icy blue underlay. With her smoky eye makeup and dramatically long statement earrings, Tiffany looked ready to steal the spotlight. Melania Trump had on a glittery black dress, and while it looked fancy enough for the occasion, her attire wasn't as eye-catching as the youngest Trump daughter's.

Tiffany Trump looked bright and cheery in her festive pink-and-black minidress for Easter in 2017. While the light blush color didn't give off an air of sophistication, the inky floral detailing gave the frock a bit of edge, which was perfect for the 20-something at the time. The fresh and flirty look was highlighted with Tiffany's big, bouncy curls and rosy makeup, which was a stark contrast to Melania Trump's more neutral look. The FLOTUS' gauzy dress with a hint of pink was pretty enough, but we think she should have gone for a more pastel color for the spring holiday.

With Tiffany Trump's fair coloring, strong shades look great on her and give her appearance more life, such as the deep purple dress she wore to the official opening of Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., in 2016. The cool eggplant color suited Tiffany's skin tone perfectly and stood out next to Melania Trump, who looked equally lovely in a soft sky blue fitted sheath. While both choices were chic, we simply loved Tiffany's playful take on fashion that day.

Melania Trump often turns to black shades with her fashion, and while the color is timeless, her 'fits can look drab. Case in point: her military-inspired dress with silver buttons going down the front during Donald Trump's 2019 State of the Union address. Although the piece was structured, the skirt fell to a midi length around Melania's calves, giving the frock a shapeless silhouette. Tiffany Trump, who stood next to her, looked so much more fashionable in a white peplum top and matching skirt, which she shaped with a wide buckled belt. Looking both professional and stylish, Tiffany got it right that day.