Jackie Kennedy Indulged in Desserts! What Sweet Treats the First Lady Liked to Have

Though she committed to healthy foods, Jackie Kennedy loved a number of desserts

By Melanie Aman December 8, 2024

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Jackie Kennedy, renowned for her elegance and slender figure, adhered to a disciplined diet that reflected a commitment to maintaining her physique. Her daily regimen typically included a boiled egg and tea for breakfast, cottage cheese with fresh fruit for lunch, and a poached chicken breast or fish accompanied by a salad or steamed vegetables for dinner. Plain yogurt served as a snack between meals, according to the book Jackie’s Girl, written by Kathy McKeon, Kennedy’s assistant for 12 years.

Despite her strict dietary habits, Kennedy occasionally indulged in treats. Her former assistant recounted instances where she would enjoy brownies, chocolate chip cookies or even ice cream straight from the container. Though she enjoyed an ice cream treat every now and then, Kennedy elevated the White House’s culinary standards by hiring French chef René Verdon. This decision introduced sophisticated French cuisine to state dinners, exemplifying her appreciation for fine dining and ushering in a new era of presidential-adjacent hosting. What came with the state dinners, aside from delectable food? The First Lady’s amazing wardrobe, of course! Keep scrolling to see some of her most iconic fashion moments.

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Jackie Kennedy remains one of the most beloved first ladies, and her signature style is recognized all over the world.
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Jackie Kennedy's iconic wedding dress was created by American designer Ann Lowe. However, Jackie herself later admitted she was not a fan of the dress and would have preferred something more simple.
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Jackie's signature bouffant hairstyle, created by Kenneth Battelle, was copied by women everywhere.
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In 1961, the night before her husband's inauguration, Jackie wore this beautiful cream dress to the Inaugural Gala. It was created by American designer Oleg Cassini, who would go on to make many more of Jackie's most iconic outfits.
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On the way to her husband's inauguration, Jackie wore a simple wool coat with large buttons and a fur collar, which was also designed by Cassini.
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Throughout her time as first lady, Jackie was famous for her pillbox hats, many of which were designed by Halston.
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Jackie's colorful suits are well-documented. She wore this Chez Ninon set during a CBS tour of the White House in 1962 after it had undergone massive renovations, and ended up winning an Emmy for this broadcast.
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In 1962, at a state dinner in honor of Andre Malraux, the French Minister of Culture, Jackie donned a baby pink Guy Douvier dress.
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On a goodwill trip to India in 1962, Jackie dazzled in a peach Cassini dress. She's also pictured wearing her signature triple-strand pearls, designed by Kenneth Jay Lane.
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On the same visit to India, Jackie wore this beautiful floor-length white gown to a dinner.
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Even though Jackie is recognized by pearls, her engagement ring from JFK is a stunner. The Van Cleef & Arpels ring is almost 8 carats of diamonds and emeralds.
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Another of Jackie's favorite jewelry pieces was this brooch designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany. It was a gift from her husband to celebrate the birth of their son.
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After she left the White House, oversized, dark sunglasses became a distinct part of her style.
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Headscarves made some appearances during her husband's time in office, but they became her go-to accessory during her second marriage.
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Jackie looked stylish even when she opted for a casual outfit. Her white flared jeans and untucked black turtleneck set another trend.

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