The famously stylish and sociable hostess Dolley Madison was the first First Lady to host an official inauguration ball, in 1809. In her richly embroidered cream dress, with a substantial bustle, she set the tone for generations to come by pulling out all the stops when choosing her inaugural gown.

Eric Javits is an American luxury designer who creates hats, accessories, shoes, and handbags specifically designed for women.

From the design process, to a shipping mishap, to the inauguration stage, here's how Melania Trump's hat was made.

The designer behind first lady Melania Trump's inauguration hat, Eric Javits, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his decades-long career in headwear. His iconic designs have been worn by celebrities.

As the world watches for the transition of power on Inauguration Day, the fashion industry eyes the ensembles of the first ladies

Eric Javits also noted how women in the past wore wide-brimmed hats to set boundaries "so no one would try" to kiss them.