The inauguration is really about swearing in the next president, but first ladies throughout history have stolen the show with their inaugural gowns.

Dress codes are a bit like ... want to be with your getup. On the most formal end of the cocktail scale, you’d be expected to show up in a dark suit (think: navy, black, or charcoal) with ...

In many cities, shops selling or renting out such dresses have been doing brisk business. Made of silk and being colorful, traditional dresses are becoming increasingly popular among young women, who ...

But how to make sure precious dresses, suits and heels arrive in tip-top shape? Whether you choose to check or carry-on, here’s how you should be packing to arrive looking your fashionable best.