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How Far Can the White House Boost a Fashion Brand?

Michelle Obama catapulted a new set of designers to stardom. With a new administration, what can brands and designers learn from dressing the White House?
US President Joe Biden and US First Lady Jill Biden wave as they arrive at the White House. Alex Brandon AFP via Getty Images
US President Joe Biden and US First Lady Jill Biden wave as they arrive at the White House in Washington, DC. Getty Images. (ALEX BRANDON)

On the eve of the inauguration, First Lady Jill Biden appeared at the National Mall for a coronavirus memorial in a full ensemble, complete with dress and mask, by independent designer Jonathan Cohen.

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