7 Worst-Ever Presidential Family Fashion Choices (4 of 4)

The Trumps’ Funeral-Style Outfits for Their Audience with Pope Francis

Pope Francis once said that Christians must have “cheerful faces and eyes full of joy,” but that wasn’t the case when Donald Trump and his family met him at the Vatican. Melania Trump, the First Lady, wore a black Dolce and Gabbana dress with a veil for the meeting, while Ivanka Trump, a White House adviser, also dressed in black with a head covering. This raised questions about why they appeared as if they were going to a funeral and why they covered their heads at the Vatican but not during their recent visit to Saudi Arabia.

Michelle Obama in 2009: Shorts in the Grand Canyon

It’s no secret that Michelle Obama is one of the most fashionable First Ladies in recent history. However, even the most stylish of us can have a fashion misstep every now and then. In the summer of 2009, Michelle and her family visited the Grand Canyon, and Mrs. Obama made headlines for her choice of shorts.

The shorts in question were knee-length, grey-colored shorts that were paired with a white tank top and sneakers. While the outfit was appropriate for a hiking trip, some criticized her for not dressing more formally as a representative of the United States. And even though it could have been considered a private trip, many considered it official business because they arrived in Air Force One.