Jill Biden‘s style has always maintained a sense of classic first lady elegance with a twist thanks to modern elements and contemporary designers. Over the course of the last several years, the FLOTUS has fashioned memorable looks by Sergio Hudson, Gabriela Hearst and so many more.
On Monday, she turned 73 years old. Ahead, take a look at the first lady’s style through the years.
2009
Then-Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill Biden attend the Southern Inaugural Ball celebrating the inauguration of President Barack Obama on Jan. 20, 2009, in Washington, D.C.
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For the 2009 Southern Inaugural Ball celebrating the inauguration of President Barack Obama, Biden chose to fashion this strapless red gown by Reem Acra, which featured a flowing skirt.
2011
Jill Biden walks toward the East Room during a Mother’s Day event May 6, 2011, in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C.
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By the time she was second lady during the Obama administration, Biden showed how playful she could be with her fashion. For the 2011 Mother’s Day event, she fashioned a pink dress with a hemline just above the knee with floral heels and a bold statement necklace.
2013
Then-Vice President Joe Biden and Jill Biden wave goodbye after dancing during the Commander-in-Chief’s Inaugural Ball at the Walter Washington Convention Center Jan. 21, 2013, in Washington, D.C.
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In January 2013, Biden and then-Vice President Joe Biden attended the Commander-in-Chief’s Inaugural Ball at the Walter Washington Convention Center celebrating the reelection of President Obama. For the ball, Jill Biden opted for a flowing, glossy blue gown with black waistband by Vera Wang.
2017
Save the Children Board Chair Jill Biden and Joe Biden attend the fifth annual Save the Children Illumination Gala at the American Museum of Natural History on Oct. 18, 2017, in New York City.
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2017 was the year Biden had more fun with her fashion. In the run-up to the 2020 election cycle, the future first lady fashioned this playful look by Gabriela Hearst, which featured forest green fringe detailing on the fabric and a belted waist, for the fifth annual Save the Children Illumination Gala at the American Museum of Natural History.
2020
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden and his wife Jill Biden wave to supporters via video teleconference after Biden delivered his acceptance speech on the fourth night of the Democratic National Convention from the Chase Center on Aug. 20, 2020.
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When future President of the United States Joe Biden received the democratic presidential nomination in August 2020, Jill Biden joined the celebrations in this modern Christian Siriano dress. The look featured a soft purple hue that complemented Biden perfectly.
2021
President-elect Joe Biden and his wife Jill Biden arrive for his inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 20, 2021, in Washington, D.C.
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During the inauguration of President Joe Biden, Jill Biden chose to highlight a New York-based designer for her attire. She wore a custom-made wool tweed coat and dress in ocean blue by Markarian.
2024
U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden arrive to greet Kenyan President William Ruto and his wife Rachel Ruto as they arrive for a State Dinner at the White House on May 23 in Washington, D.C.
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For the White House State Dinner for Kenyan President William Ruto and his wife Rachel Ruto, Biden opted for a glittering sapphire gown courtesy of Sergio Hudson. The look featured silk elements as well as a bevy of blue sparkles.
