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As Donald Trump, 77, presses on with his presidential campaign and secures the official Republican party nomination, his daughter Ivanka Trump, 42, seems notably absent from his political events—a departure from the scene in 2016 to 2020. With this distancing approach, many style enthusiasts have noticed a significant shift in her fashion choices.
The Former Advisor to the President of the United States has noticeably ditched her businesswoman aesthetic to more daring pieces like crop tops and mini dresses, while also giving herself a glow up in terms of her hair and makeup too. Check out some before and after pictures below to see what we mean…
Before: Crisp White Business Suit VS After: Figure-Hugging Yellow Dress
Having fewer business events to go to does mean that Ivanka can have a little more fun with her ensembles; and that's exactly what we've been seeing in recent months! In 2019, Ivanka was spotted leaving her NYC Apartment on her way to the UN, wearing a crisp white power suit with her sharp blonde bob adding to the businesswoman aesthetic. But it's worlds apart from what we have seen her wear over the past 12 months…
Just last month, she was spotted with husband Jared Kushner in a figure-hugging yellow knitted Self-Portrait dress at the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Not only is she sporting much more colorful outfits these days, but we are also seeing a huge difference in her hair and makeup too. The sharp blonde bob is worlds apart from her glamorous long locks of 2024, as is the fact that she was sporting an understated nude lip in 2019, but went for a much bolder hue in 2024. She looks like a whole new woman!
Before: Modest Shift Dress VS After: Fiery Party Dress
Ivanka looked chic and stylish during her father's presidency and in the years before and after; but these days her wardrobe has sometimes gone from chic to downright sexy, with the outfit she wore on her and Jared Kushner's anniversary being a big example!
Back in 2016, Ivanka wore this soft pink midi dress in NYC. However, in 2023, Ivanka wore this provocative red dress when she was celebrating her and Jared's 14th wedding anniversary (albeit without her husband as he was in Saudi Arabia at the time) in Miami. What a way to make him kick himself for not attending!
Elegant Monochrome Ensemble VS Ab-Baring Co-Ord
In 2017 when she and Kushner headed to Washington DC to attend her father's Presidential Inauguration, Ivanka donned a sleek monochrome ensemble in a striking shade of green. The Oscar de la Renta outfit consisted of a knee length green shift dress, teamed with an elegant waterfall coat in the same hue. And it couldn't have been more different to what she wore just a few months ago…
Just days after she testified at her father's fraud lawsuit in November 2023, Ivanka Trump was spotted at Country Bay Music Festival in the cutest denim set. The top consisted of a collared vest with three gold buttons up the front that cut off above her waist, while the bottom part was a high-waisted skirt that fell to about mid-thigh, which she accessorized with a Western-style belt. She finished the look off with a trendy cowboy hat.
Before: Conservative Wedding Attire VS After: Playful Wedding Attire
When Ivanka attended fashion designer Misha Nonoo's wedding in 2019, she opted for a chic and feminine evening gown in a soft shade of pink, and styled her cropped blonde hair in some subtle waves.
Ivanka made another striking fashion statement at the wedding of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani's son last month where she opted for a complete transformation, embracing traditional Indian attire. During the three-day festivities, she flaunted a lime yellow and white lehenga, featuring a bedazzled crop top that showcased her midriff, paired with a matching skirt and a long scarf.
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Ivanka Trump's Style: Before
Still don't believe that Ivanka Trump's style has changed over the past few months? Let's take a look at even more examples below…
Ivanka Trump's Shift Dress in 2017
Taking a trip down memory lane to August 2017, the mother of three posed alongside her father and former United States Secretary of the Treasury, Steven Mnuchin. Donning a chic shift dress featuring a striking blue and black pattern, complemented by beige pointed-toe pumps, she exuded an office-ready vibe with her swept-back hair. Clearly embracing her role in politics, the businesswoman looked poised and prepared for the day ahead.
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Ivanka Trump's Black And Red Midi Dress
Opting for a similar aesthetic in May 2018, the socialite sported a midi-length formal dress in black and red, featuring elegant red trimmings, paired with sleek black ballet flats. She joined her father during a field day held at the White House, engaging with children during the sporting event as they posed for pictures together.
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Ivanka Trump's Style: After
Now, skipping ahead on her Instagram feed within the past two years, Ivanka's scene appears refreshed and distinct. Absent are the political gatherings and mingling with politicians. Instead, she is spotted at soirées with the Kardashians, to give just one example, which proves just how much her life has changed recently.
Ivanka Trump's Strapless Dress
In December, Ivanka attended the grand opening of Fontainebleau Las Vegas alongside her close friend Kim Kardashian. She dazzled in a glamorous yet sophisticated strapless dress, boasting a shimmering silver skirt paired with a sleek black top.
This look came after she attended the SKIMS founder's birthday bash, where she sported a crop top and high-slit skirt ensemble—a departure not just from her usual political attire, but also a change of scene and circle of friends.
