Vice President JD Vance’s 2-year-old daughter, Mirabel, has captured the internet’s heart with her adorable—and surprisingly relatable—style on Inauguration Day.
While the attention was largely focused on the historic swearing-in ceremony, Mirabel managed to steal the spotlight while nestled in her mother’s arms. Dressed in a cozy sweater and coat, her toddler-chic look was undeniably cute. But it was the character-themed Band-Aids on her tiny fingers that truly made her stand out.
The Band-Aids, adorned with beloved cartoon characters like Bluey and Scooby-Doo, quickly went viral. Social media users couldn’t get enough of the bold, quintessentially toddler fashion statement.
Twitter erupted with playful commentary. One user declared, “Mirabel’s Band-Aids are THE fashion statement of the inauguration.”
Another joked, “The Band-Aids on JD Vance’s daughter’s fingers are taking me out. You KNOW there are no cuts under there. They just slapped them on because she insisted, and they needed her to behave.”
Others imagined the behind-the-scenes negotiations that led to her decision: “Picture this: a Navy attaché at the VP Residence opening an ornate box filled with character Band-Aids—Paw Patrol, Barbie, Moana—arranged like fine teas. Mirabel, with all the authority of a diplomat, picks her favorites. ‘Thank you, sir, I’ll take Peppa Pig and Moana today.’”
Some fans hailed her as a master negotiator: “My favorite part? You just KNOW the Band-Aids were part of a deal to get her to leave behind her fairy wings or tiara.”
“Mirabel Vance is actually the most powerful person in the room. Toddlers are ruthless negotiators,” one user remarked.
In the midst of the formality and gravity of the occasion, Mirabel’s playful Band-Aids offered a lighthearted reminder of the relatable, everyday moments of family life—even on the world stage. Her simple yet unforgettable fashion choice resonated with parents everywhere, many of whom have experienced similar Band-Aid standoffs with their little ones.
Mirabel’s viral moment isn’t just about Band-Aids; it’s a celebration of parenthood and the universal quirks of toddlerhood. As one user put it: “Mirabel Vance, fashion icon and negotiation queen.”