Posted on 02/11/2017 6:12:13 PM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
To boycott or not to boycott First Lady Melania Trump because of her husband’s politics has been hotly debated in US fashion circles, but for one Chinese designer, at least one member of the first family is a major asset.
Tiffany Trump, the youngest daughter of the US president, was guest of honour in the front row at Taoray Wang’s New York fashion week show on Saturday, accompanied by her mother, Trump’s ex-wife Marla Maples.
The 23-year-old first daughter, who wore Taoray Wang at her father’s inauguration weekend, has been happily adopted by the Chinese label as it seeks to open its first overseas store, in New York in September.
She looked beautiful in a pale pink Taoray Wang coat and ivory dress, a similar version of which appeared in navy on the catwalk, and the label proudly announced her attendance in a subsequent statement.
The namesake brand of Shanghai-based designer Wang Tao, the fall/winter 2017 collection starred her modern take on classic suiting, with a unique twist of East meets West, and an empowering masculine look made feminine when paired with delicate lace negligees.
Wang designs for the powerful, professional and modern woman – leaders in government, business, finance and law who are not afraid to disguise their femininity.
She sent down the runway black jackets, military-style double breasted coats and wide-legged tweed pants – a powerful look made sexy with knee-high platform boots, lace underlay and pink silk lining on coats.
Wang said that clients, who are largely in China, and been delighted to see Trump – “this wonderful young lady” – wear her clothes at the inauguration and said there had been no negative feedback.
“I would rather focus on personal qualities and characters, rather than labelling them,” she said backstage before the show.
It was a stunning collection inspired by contemporary Chinese drama depicting Qing dynasty characters crossing over from ancient times to the present day, and earned her cheers of approval at the end.
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Wang said she had not given much thought to the refusal from some prominent American designers to dress the new first lady.
“I didn’t think about that, because I’m very open-minded. I cooperate with international celebrities and all these leaders,” she said.
Front of house was packed, a mix of Chinese and Asian guests mingled with Park Avenue types – sleekly dressed, stiletto-wearing and well-groomed American women similar to the younger Trump.
“I believe there is a lot of bridge between different cultures,” said the designer, who studied in Japan and keeps a studio in London.
Her label focused on “this blending and diversity,” she said.
My guess is that the Trump brand should be more successful now internationally. Ivanka should be able to find a lot more opportunities too.
Consumers either like it or do not. The US is only (economically) about 45% of the market.
I’m sure the MSM will make a big deal out of the fact that it’s china. . . .
foreigners know who the president is and they know that they have to do business with president trump whereas these nutcase americans do not consider trump as their president.
Singapore has many Chinese, but it’s not China. Every 11th adult is a millionaire there.
you obviously have more faith in the MSM and the hysterical left than I do.
good luck with that.
She has a beautiful smile and a new look.
I understand Tiffany is a Penn alum, and now post grad at Wharton, following Dad’s footsteps. She’s a sweet girl and I’m gratified to hear of her success, her acceptance in fashion circles, and being known for wearing a leading designer. Win!
She’s almost as gorgeous as Ivanka. Guess it’s Trump’s genes.
That dress is beautiful and looks so good on her.
What a cute, adorable photo. Glad she skipped the tats.
When’s the last time we’ve had a girl in her young twenties in the First Family? It’s cool that she is smart, fun, and happy.
Ivanka is a stunner and such a success that she’s less approachable in a way. Tiffany seems like the kind of girl you could have a very enjoyable conversation with.
And so maybe there’s a quasi-diplomatic role for Tiffany as the ambassador of fashion to China :- )
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