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 allegiance.

The president-elect walked hand-in-hand with his wife when meeting President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden on Monday.

The former model attended her husband’s second inauguration wearing a deep navy ensemble designed by Adam Lippes and hat by Eric Javits.

Melania Trump chose a classic navy blue and ivory ensemble for the presidential inauguration, but the look almost didn't happen due to this reason.

Monday morning began with a prayer service at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Melania Trump’s look was subdued for the occasion, yet she exuded elegance in a double-breasted navy coat by Adam Lippes, topped with a boater by Eric Javits, both American designers.

President-elect Donald Trump was blocked by his wife's hat when he leaned in for a kiss before his swearing in on Jan. 20.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump share ‘kiss’ at inauguration Donald Trump and his wife Melania had an affectionate moment as he entered his inauguration ceremony… But his kiss appeared to be interrupted by Melania’s rather large hat.

President- elect Donald Trump attempts to kiss soon-to-be first lady Melania as he enters the swearing -in ceremony for his inauguration

Melania Trump’s boldly broad-rimmed hat appeared to keep Donald Trump at bay when he went in for a celebratory Inauguration Day kiss on his wife’s cheek. After the brand new president fell just short of sealing the deal,