The final presidential debate of the 2020 US election was held on October 23 – a charged event where none involved could afford any mistakes. As presidential candidates President Donald Trump and former vice-president Joe Biden took the stage to talk policy, their wives Melania Trump and Jill Biden arrived in meticulous style. Melania’s all-black sleeveless midi dress and Jill’s floral attire created a striking contrast between the two fashion figures – and as we all know, fashion is often employed to send subtle political messages of intent . 5 times Melania Trump disagreed with Donald on policies and principles The Trump women – Melania, Ivanka , and Donald Trump Jr’s girlfriend, Kimberly Guilfoyle – all showed up at the venue in matching all-black looks, while Tiffany Trump sported a black and white combo dress. Melania stepped onstage in a minimalist midi dress, reportedly by Christian Dior, cinched with a sleek belt. She finished the look with a pair of towering Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, a design she has repeatedly worn. It’s worth pointing out that she also donned a black mask, unlike her mask-free husband. Who is Tiffany Trump’s mother Marla Maples? In contrast, Jill opted for a much more colourful ensemble. The former second lady’s floral dress and matching mask are by Italian designer duo Dolce & Gabbana, and she accessorised her attire with a pair of low-heeled nude suede pumps – Jimmy Choo’s Katience d’Orsay. Is Jared Kushner really the ‘second most powerful man’ in America? The pinstriped suit that Melania donned at the first presidential debate on September 30 was also by Dolce & Gabbana, one of her favourite designer labels that she frequently wears to business engagements. The suit is priced at US$3,340. At this debate, Jill wore an emerald green dress from sustainable New York brand Gabriela Hearst’s fall 2017 collection, resonating with her husband’s clean energy initiatives. The former educator has was also spotted wearing the same dress twice during previous outings. Setting the political tug of war aside, who would you vote for in the sartorial race between the two potential next first ladies? Want more stories like this? Sign up here . Follow STYLE on Facebook , Instagram , YouTube and Twitter .