![Elisabeth Kopp thanks the audience for its support.](https://blog.nationalmuseum.ch/app/uploads/2017/10/Kopp_Titelbild-300x130.jpg)
Pioneer in politics and fashion
Elisabeth Kopp, the first Swiss female Federal Councillor, had a flair not only for politics, but also for fashion. These days, prominent personalities from all over the world wear garments from the same company.
![This outfit made from new wool was worn by Elisabeth Kopp when she was sworn in as Federal Councillor on 2 October 1984.](https://blog.nationalmuseum.ch/app/uploads/2017/10/Kleid_Kopp-212x300.jpg)
Kopp’s attire sparks a fashion trend
![I swear: Elisabeth Kopp is sworn in as Federal Councillor.](https://blog.nationalmuseum.ch/app/uploads/2017/10/Kopp_Schwur-300x216.jpg)