The inauguration is really about swearing in the next president, but first ladies throughout history have stolen the show with their inaugural gowns.

A look back at the most significant inauguration gowns in history ... Barbara Bush and Nancy Reagan before her. Michelle Obama wore a one-shouldered dress by young New York-based designer ...

With her eyes almost entirely obscured by the rim of her wool boater-style hat, Melania Trump stood next to president-elect Donald Trump on stage at the inauguration ceremony as he pledged the oath of ...

No inaugural ball was held when President Harry ... embroidered with crystals over silk georgette. Michelle Obama wore a custom white inaugural gown by Jason Wu. The dress was made of white ...