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Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style

From the First Lady's scarlet style to Beyoncé's black gown, achieve the hot looks from this historical day without raising the debt ceiling.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama made it a night to remember in this scarlet halter chiffon gown by Jason Wu. The vibrant red shade, subtle patterns and sleek halter style were certainly fit for the First Lady.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
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02
Regal Red

Chiffon halter gown with beaded waist, JS Boutique, $198,  at select Nordstrom stores.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
03
Beyoncé Knowles

Queen Bey opted for a sultry style with elegance: a sheer velvet, burn-out pattern Emilio Pucci gown, a Dior fur coat and emerald jewels by Lorraine Schwartz.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
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04
Sheer Style

Swirl lace dress, Maggie London, $158, maggielondon.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
05
Emerald City

Green marquis drop earrings, Bauble Bar, $26, baublebar.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
06
Elegant Fur

Faux fur coat, French Connection, $119, frenchconnection.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
07
Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys put elegance first for this special Public Inaugural Ball performance, in a shining Michael Kors gown with a backless statement.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
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08
Red Hot

Embellished jersey maxi dress, ASOS, $58, asos.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
09
Divine Diamonds

Rhinestone bracelet, Forever21, $11, forever21.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
10
Shine Bright

Jewel vine earrings, ASOS, $18, asos.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
11
Amber Riley

Amber Riley is no stranger to ruching and ruffles, which is exactly what she performed in at the Inaugural Ball. The singer was right on trend in a navy organza Theia gown with sweetheart neckline.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
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In The Navy

Strapless ruffle chiffon gown, Dalia MacPhee, $318, nordstrom.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
13
Jennifer Hudson

J-Hud kept it classic while singing Al Green’s classic love balad “Let’s Stay Together” in a black flute gown and Charlotte Olympia “Dolly” platforms.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
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14
Satin Stunner

V-neck open back dress, Nicole Miller, $247, bloomingdales.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
15
Sparkling Stance

“Notary” pump, Nine West, $150, ninewest.com.

Diva on a Dime: Inauguration Style
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