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With the help of designer Ralph Lauren, first lady Melania Trump is wrapped in cashmere and patriotism.

U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife first lady Melania Trump arrive at his "Liberty" Inaugural Ball in Washington, DC January 20, 2016. REUTERS/Brian Snyder

With the help of designer Ralph Lauren, first lady Melania Trump is wrapped in cashmere and patriotism.

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Melania Trump wears sky-blue cashmere Ralph Lauren ensemble

Incoming first lady Melania Trump wore a sky-blue cashmere jacket and mock turtleneck dress by Ralph Lauren, the brand that designed so many Hillary Clinton pantsuits, on Inauguration Day.

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