The second lady made a polished appearance at the White House China State Dinner, but a photo shared afterward by Oscar de la Renta gave followers something else to discuss. The reactions soon centered on one detail about the Second Lady.Usha Vance stepped out for a major diplomatic occasion in Washington, D.C., in a look that would soon become the focus of a lively conversation online. The 40-year-old attended the September 24 China State Dinner at the White House with her husband, Vice President JD Vance.The formal evening was held as President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan during Xi’s three-day visit to Washington.

The White House’s official details about the dinner said the event took place in the East Room and included business leaders and government officials.The guest list brought together prominent political figures and some of the biggest names in business and technology, including Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Tim Cook, Sam Altman and Sundar Pichai. Usha and JD were also among the guests listed for the formal dinner.Jeff Bezos navigated the bustling East Room of the White House in a classic black tuxedo and bow tie during the state dinner honoring Chinese President Xi Jinping on September 24, 2026, in Washington, DC. Captured in a dynamic candid shot moving past banquet tables set with vibrant red linens and floral centerpieces.