Erika Kirk has embraced her past with gusto, consistently appearing in bold and eye-catching outfits at various gatherings. Whether at Fox News media events, her husband’s memorial service, or even at White House functions, her fashion choices rarely shift to suit the event’s tone. Let’s delve into some instances where Erika’s attire blurred the lines between MAGA events and beauty contests.

The memorial service for Charlie Kirk on September 21, 2025, was a defining moment for Erika Kirk, catapulting her into the public eye. However, this newfound attention came with its challenges, as her outfit choices became a topic of discussion. For the solemn occasion, Erika opted for a white jacket and pantsuit, accessorized with a glittery belt and matching jewelry, which many felt was more suited to a dance floor than a memorial service. Her choice of white attire also drew criticism, though attendees were advised to dress in “Sunday Best” in red, white, and/or blue.

When Erika Kirk took the stage to receive the Charlie Kirk Legacy Award at the Fox Nation Patriot Awards in November 2025, her attire once again echoed her pageant past. She wore a striking dark green velvet sequin dress that commanded attention, with a hairstyle reminiscent of her time as Miss Arizona. Her platinum-blond hair was styled with a hairband that added volume at the top. Erika’s makeup, featuring smoky eyes, false lashes, and an abundance of foundation and blush, seemed more suited to a pageant than an awards ceremony.

On December 8, 2025, Erika Kirk sat down with Sean Hannity to discuss Charlie Kirk’s book, “Stop, In The Name of God: Why Honoring The Sabbath Will Transform Your Life,” on his show. Unfortunately, Erika seemingly confused the Fox News studio for a pageant stage in her cakey makeup and sparkly outfit. She donned a salmon-colored blazer that made it hard for us to keep our attention on the subject at hand and completed her look with mermaid waves. With all its glitz, her ensemble transported us back to her beauty queen days. 

When Erika Kirk walked onto the stage to accept the Charlie Kirk Legacy Award at the Fox Nation Patriot Awards in November 2025, she looked ready for a beauty pageant. She wore a dark green velvet sequin dress that commanded attention, and her hairstyle gave off Miss Arizona vibes. As for her hair, she pulled her platinum-blond tresses back in a hairband, introducing some volume at the top. Erika Kirk’s makeup also should have stayed at the pageants — her smoky eyes, fake lashes, and copious amounts of foundation and blush were entirely too much. 

In October 2025, Erika Kirk arrived at the White House in an all-black ensemble. She was there for the ceremony in which Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk. So far, so good, right? Well, not exactly. Her black dress featured a corset-like structure that hugged her torso and sheer black sleeves that extended into an intricate neckpiece. The billowy skirt also seemed more appropriate for the pageants, if you ask us. To complete her look, she drew inspiration from the tradwife trend and wore her hair in a vintage front braid. 

At The New York Times’ DealBook Summit in December 2025, Erika Kirk once again proved that a black outfit can absolutely look more appropriate for a nightclub than a professional event. She wore a ribbed ankle-length dress that alone was a bit much for an event that attracted business and policy leaders. But Erika took things a step further by adding a cape-like piece that engulfed her shoulders and neck. At least her makeup wasn’t as heavy as we’re used to seeing, harkening back to the style she used to wear during her pageant days. 

Erika Kirk put her beauty queen skills to the test at the Turning Point USA Inaugural-Eve Ball on January 19, 2025. For the event — attended by the likes of Donald Trump Jr. and Vice President JD Vance — Erika (seen above with Charlie Kirk) chose a white dress with a completely sheer upper half. The top was decorated with silver sequins across the torso and sleeves and pink sequined floral arrangements at the neck area. She accessorized the ensemble with dangling silver earrings and completed the look with her signature black smoky eyes. 

Erika Kirk didn’t start dabbling in her beauty pageant style after moving into the spotlight following Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Her style at the June 2025 Young Women’s Leadership Summit (seen above) shows that she has been mixing her past and present for a while. Erika discussed the importance of the Sabbath in her and Charlie’s family life in an extravagant pale pink dress. Not even Erika’s killer legs could distract from the tacky outfit. The upper portion of the dress featured exaggerated balloon sleeves and a high neckline with a giant bow that wouldn’t look appropriate anywhere but a beauty pageant. 

In November 2025, Erika Kirk wore another black outfit that belonged more in a pageant than a media event. During a live event hosted by “The Megyn Kelly Show,” Erika channeled Kimberly Guilfoyle’s tacky MAGA style in a lace dress. And by lace dress, we mean the whole dress was made of lace, from the sleeves to the skirt. To make it even more pageant-y, it featured a velvet-like lapel. Her hair and makeup completed the glam look, with Erika going for the dark smoky eyes and perfect waves. 

Erika Kirk and JD Vance’s joint appearance at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Mississippi in October 2025 gave people lots to talk about for many reasons. Unfortunately, her choice of attire was among them. Erika must have defied all laws of physics to fit into the skintight black leather pants she chose for the occasion. She paired it with a white top with the word “Freedom” emblazoned across the front. If her shirt added a touch of casualness to the outfit, her heavy makeup brought the pageant level back up.