Karoline Leavitt's Couch-Patterned Coat Is The Epitome Of Her Outdated Style
Karoline Leavitt has been caught wearing some pretty unflattering outfits since her highly publicized 2025 appointment as White House press secretary. In fact, she completely nailed a series of looks on a curated list of "Karoline Leavitt's frumpiest work outfits that didn't flatter her." Not to mention her outdated Barbiecore look that should have never left her closet.
Unfortunately, Leavitt has continued on this downward cycle of fashion faux pas, racking up a year's worth of outfits that totally missed the mark in 2025, ranging from drab dresses and oversized blazers to granny sweaters. The epitome of her outdated style, however, has to be the floral couch-patterned coat she wore during a 2025 interview with Lara Trump, while walking around the White House.
The 'Karley Print Wrap Coat' from Alice + Olivia, featuring an array of burgundy, pink, and off-white open roses against its black backdrop, produced an aged look and loose-fitting silhouette on the petite 5'4" press secretary. With its flowy, lithe fabric and affixed tie strap at the waist, Leavitt's coat also conveyed vintage housecoat/dressing-gown aesthetics, proving that a more suitable venue for the couch-patterned piece would have been at Leavitt's home.
Leavitt can't seem to get enough of her outdated couch-patterned find
The political spokesperson was once again spotted, rocking her outdated couch-patterned coat in March 2026 when she spoke to reporters on the West Wing driveway at the White House. This time around, it appeared the mom-of-one, who is expecting her second child in May 2026, may have opted for the coat as comfy maternity wear for the chilly spring occasion. While we can't totally blame her for pulling out her flowery coat for what she considered an appropriate springtime outerwear under the circumstances, it doesn't change the fact that the piece nods to outdated fashion trends.
As a guide for avoiding outdated fabric or print that can instantly add years to your look, fashion experts advise choosing coats with materials that feel timeless, such as soft wool, cashmere blends, or refined textures that exudes quiet sophistication rather than the housecoat-like aesthetics of Karoline Leavitt's coat. When it comes to prints, opt for styles that flatter rather than overwhelm – the way her floral-patterned coat did. These would be subtle plaids or elegant patterns that align with current trends, as can be seen on the likes of Vogue's seasonal curated trends. Ultimately, staying abreast with modern styles is the key to avoiding outdated coat trends and fashion misses like the young press secretary, who could have otherwise radiate confidence and look effortlessly chic with a more updated wardrobe.