Adjusting from her previous life as a lawyer to her new role as SLOTUS presented challenges for Usha. “I had the wardrobe of someone with three kids who enjoys outdoor activities and has a dog—nothing too delicate,” she shared with The Free Press in April. “Then, everything changed overnight, but it wasn’t like I suddenly had a brand-new wardrobe and stylist.”

Despite her evolving style and increased access to professional stylists since 2024, Usha’s fashion choices occasionally fell short in 2025 as well.

Even though Usha’s style has certainly evolved since 2024, and she has had more access to stylists, there were still multiple times when her outfits missed the mark in 2025.

In April, the Vances hosted the Ohio State Buckeyes at the White House to celebrate their national championship win in college football. JD Vance sported a vibrant red tie to show his support for his home team. Usha embraced the school spirit with a red dress and white blazer, casually styled with rolled-up sleeves. However, her choice of white sneakers clashed with the celebratory theme, adding a casual touch that didn’t quite fit the occasion.

In May, at the inaugural mass for Pope Leo XIV, Usha wore a boxy black frock with a black lace shawl. The following day, JD Vance and his wife spent some time talking to the new pope, and Usha was once again in all black. That outfit seemed appropriate at a glance, as SLOTUS wore a black dress with a lengthy skirt and matching black heels. What made the piece an awful choice were the distractingly puffy sleeves. They were wide and ill-suited for both the understated look of the rest of the dress and the occasion.

To celebrate the Ohio State Buckeyes winning the college football national championship, JD Vance and Usha Vance hosted the team at the White House in April. The veep rocked a bright red tie to show support for his home-state team. Meanwhile, SLOTUS took her support to another level by draping herself in the school’s colors. The second lady donned a red dress and white blazer, which she left unbuttoned with the sleeves rolled up. It was Usha’s shoe game that threw off the Ohio State ensemble, however, as she wore a pair of white sneakers that were too casual and decidedly unstylish.

While visiting Paris in February, JD Vance and Usha Vance met up with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife. The second lady was semi-color coordinated with JD, who had on a navy blue suit, as Usha wore a rather uninspired slate blue dress with a V-cut neckline. The coloring was drab, and the outfit could have benefitted from some accessories. The billowy top also hung loosely on her and was uncomplimentary to her frame. The matching high-waisted skirt fit more snugly, but Usha would have been better served with a belt to break up the lackluster color palette.

As part of Holy Week in April, JD Vance and Usha Vance attended a church service at the Vatican along with their three kids. Instead of wearing an all-black number as many of the people in attendance did, SLOTUS chose a black and white patterned dress. The number had half-sleeves and a flowing skirt that went down to her calves. On its own, the dress may have been a fine choice for the event, but the washed-out pattern on the piece made it stand out in the worst way.

Following the tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, JD Vance and Usha Vance visited the church in September to pay their respects. The pair showed up with flowers, and the VP wore a dark blue suit with a matching tie. Meanwhile, Usha was draped in all black, which was appropriate for the occasion if not mismatched with her husband. What made the look an awful choice was her decision to pair a tight-fitting black sweater with a long leather skirt and stilettos. A leather skirt, even one that went past her knees, was an odd choice for the somber occasion.