Melania Trump, the wife of former U.S. President Donald Trump, has long been celebrated for her beauty. From her days as a top model to her current role as the First Lady, she continues to turn heads as she approaches her 55th birthday. However, few people are aware that Melania has a sister, Ines, who is often overshadowed by her more public sibling. The question on many minds is: which of the two sisters is more beautiful?

Born Melania Knauss in Slovenia, she grew up with her older sister, Ines, just two years her senior. The Knauss sisters spent their childhood in the small town of Sevnica, situated along the Sava River in eastern Slovenia. Their mother, Amalija, was a fashion designer, and their father, Viktor, worked as an auto parts trader. Despite their modest lifestyle, the family could afford to hire a nanny to care for the girls.

While Melania was busy pursuing her modeling career, Ines had her own aspirations. She briefly studied design at the University of Ljubljana but left her studies behind to join Melania in Italy, hoping to make a name for herself as a designer. However, Ines’ quiet and gentle nature made it difficult for her to succeed in the competitive fashion industry, whereas Melania thrived as a model. Those who knew Ines often described her as a kind, unassuming person who lacked the drive to push herself to the forefront like her more ambitious peers.

Although Ines stayed out of the public eye, she remained a major influence in Melania’s life. The sisters have always been close, and Melania often refers to Ines as her role model and inspiration. Despite being rarely photographed or appearing in public events, Ines is still a key figure in Melania’s life, even serving as a bridesmaid at her wedding to Donald Trump. Ines, now 56, lives a private life in New York City, focusing on her art, including painting and sketching, and sharing glimpses of her work on social media.

Ines has deliberately kept a low profile, and as a result, she is largely unknown to the public. She tends to avoid media attention and public family events, such as their mother’s funeral in early 2024 or Donald Trump’s inauguration in 2025. However, despite her preference for privacy, she remains one of the few people that Melania fully trusts and considers her best friend.