Jackie Kennedy: The First Lady of Fashion

Lecturer: Yaara Kidor

Jackie Kennedy, one of the most iconic women to hold the title of First Lady of the United States, captivated the world with an extraordinary fashion style that changed the face of fashion. Kennedy redefined the role of the First Lady not only in the political and official sphere, but also as a symbol of American glamour and style. In a moving lecture, we will delve into her life story and explore how pastel suits, pillbox hats, pearls, oversized sunglasses, and her signature hairstyle became models of fashion and femininity.

Jackie’s life was full of upheavals, peaks, and abysses: living in the White House, coping with the loss following the assassination, her years as a single mother, her second marriage, and her life in New York. Her elegant style, combining grace and nonchalance, continues to inspire designers, women in public roles, and fashion lovers around the world. Through her fashion and personal choices, we will discover how she left her mark on American culture—and how fashion can serve as a symbol of resilience and consolation in moments of loss and tragedy.

Photo of Yaara Kidor: Meir Cohen