Jill Biden Rewears Queen Elizabeth II’s Schiaparelli Funeral Look for Jimmy Carter’s State Service
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden attended the State Funeral Service for former President Jimmy Carter on Thursday in Washington, D.C. The president and First Lady of the United States were joined by several domestic and international dignitaries for the somber occasion.
For the occasion, Jill Biden rewore the custom Schiaparelli black suit that she debuted during Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in June 2022. Her outfit featured a black skirt suit with statement buttons running down the front placket of her jacket in shades of white and gold, a contrast to the black fabric of her attire.
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President Joe Biden and his wife shared an official statement following Carter’s death on Dec. 29.
“He [Carter] was a man of great character and courage, hope and optimism. We will always cherish seeing him and Rosalynn together. The love shared between Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter is the definition of partnership and their humble leadership is the definition of patriotism. We will miss them both dearly, but take solace knowing they are reunited once again and will remain forever in our hearts,” Biden said.
President Joe Biden issued a proclamation declaring January 9 a national day of mourning and ordering flags to half-staff for 30 days.
Carter’s casket departed the U.S. Capitol and proceeded to Washington National Cathedral, where a state funeral service began at 10 a.m. ET. The service featured several notable speakers, including Steve Ford delivering remarks written by his late father President Gerald Ford, Ted Mondale reading words from his late father Vice President Walter Mondale, former Carter adviser Stu Eizenstat, Carter’s son Jason.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter (1924-2024) served as the 39th president from 1977 to 1981. A Nobel Peace Prize laureate, he championed human rights and conflict resolution through the Carter Center after his presidency, continuing humanitarian work until his death on Dec. 29 at 100 years old.
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