Melania Trump rang in the Fourth of July Wednesday at the White House dressed in a gorgeous blue and white gingham dress.
US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump stand for the National Anthem during a picnic for military families on the South Lawn of the White House on July 4, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images)
US President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a picnic for military families on the South Lawn of the White House on July 4, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images)
The first lady looked extremely patriotic in the 3/4 length sleeve dress that went all the way to the floor.
US President Donald Trump (L) and US First Lady Melania Trump greet guests during an Independence Day picnic for military families on the South Lawn of the White House July 4, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo credit:BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/Getty Images)
She completed the festive look with loose hair, a bright red leather belt around her waist and red flat shoes.
US President Donald Trump (L) leaves with US First Lady Melania Trump after speaking during an Independence Day picnic for military families on the South Lawn of the White House July 4, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo credit: BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/Getty Images)
The first lady and President Donald Trump hosted an evening picnic for military members and their families on the South Lawn. Later, they will have a fireworks viewing party for the families.
“Our freedom only exists because there are brave Americans willing to give their lives to defend it and defend our great country,” Trump shared, according to a White House press report. “American liberty has been earned through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of American patriots.”
US First Lady Melania Trump watches as US President Donald Trump cheers with guests during an Independence Day picnic for military families on the South Lawn of the White House July 4, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo credit: BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/Getty Images)
“The immortal story of the American warrior is written in the fields of Gettysburg, the sands of Iwo Jima, the mountains of Afghanistan and the snow of Valley Forge,” he added. “It is the story of honor, duty, loyalty and love.To every service member here today and watching around the world — they’re all watching — and to your incredible families, these are truly unbelievable people, thank you for keeping America safe, strong, proud, mighty and free.”
