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The meaning behind Melania Trump's election day outfit — and her most defining fashion moments
The Standard (UK) ^ | 11/6/2024 | Joe Bromley

Posted on 11/17/2024 2:10:03 PM PST by simpson96

Putting aside any takes on the startling MAGA comeback across the pond, there can be no denying that the returning FLOTUS, Melania Trump, was ripe for fashion analysis — be it for better or worse.

No one knows what the thinking was behind her whacking-great shades and drawn on, icy smile, but we all bore witness to a woman who knows how to get dressed. This is a former model and high society darling who was once the toast of the Met Gala and New York Fashion Week’s front row, after all.

Today, as her husband Donald Trump beat Kamala Harris and was elected president, she opted for a double-breasted grey, wool skirt suit which extended just over the knee. What was she trying to say? Unlike some of the highlighter hues she has become known for, this time a touch of sophistication (and a willingness to slip, presentably, into the background) was preferred. And just like the polka dot dress she wore to vote earlier that day, the outfit is said to be from Dior — though it has not been confirmed by the Parisian house.

Hervé Pierre is the man behind ther look. The former creative director at Carolina Herrera began working with her upon her entry to the White House, after designing her inauguration gown and later helping her with her dressing, in what became his first styling job.

Many top luxury houses refuse to dress her, which means a great deal of what she wears is purchased — unlike many of the global leaders and their partners. Pierre’s services do not come cheap, either. (snip)

Much like the late Queen Elizabeth II Trump well understands the impact one bold, bright colour can achieve — certainly when sartorially speaking to thousands.

(Excerpt) Read more at standard.co.uk ...


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Many great pics at the link. Can't post them here as they are from Getty.
1 posted on 11/17/2024 2:10:03 PM PST by simpson96
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That repulsive hag Jill can’t come close yet Jill was on the cover of Vogue. Wonder if they’ll stiff Melania again.


2 posted on 11/17/2024 2:22:51 PM PST by Fungi
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Women will google her attire. Knockoffs will sell out. She will be the most popular ever.


3 posted on 11/17/2024 2:23:50 PM PST by TornadoAlley3 ( I'm Proud To Be An Okie From Muskogee)
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To: simpson96

Beautiful pics!


4 posted on 11/17/2024 2:23:56 PM PST by MayflowerMadam (🎶 They're eating the dogs. They're eating the cats. 🎶)
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To: simpson96

Oh please
They want to pretend it’s all good

They’ve dragged her and her family through hell


5 posted on 11/17/2024 2:24:00 PM PST by stanne
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To: simpson96

I liked the stilettos while holding a shovel. Only gracious Melania could actually pull that off.


6 posted on 11/17/2024 2:24:42 PM PST by jacknhoo (Luke 12:51; Think ye, that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, no; but separation.)
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To: Fungi

But speaking of Jill, these people think through all the details. I choose to believe that her MAGA red outfit in Election Day was to send a message


7 posted on 11/17/2024 2:26:31 PM PST by j.havenfarm (23 years on Free Republic, 12/10/23! More than 8,000 replies and still not shutting up!)
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To: simpson96

I’ve never seen anything ‘eyebrow raising’ in Melania’s dress. She has always looked elegant and appropriately dressed with a stunning sense of style.

(I would suggest different shoes for walking on the grass; but those are just ‘photo ops’ anyway; it’s not like she’s actually planting trees.)


8 posted on 11/17/2024 2:44:32 PM PST by Jamestown1630 ("A Republic, if you can keep it.")
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To: simpson96

2017 - Melania Trump - Fashion Music Video - Joseph Blanchard
https://youtu.be/gKJtTLUZMX4

2018 - Melania Trump Fashion Video - Telemann
https://youtu.be/1CuUWz6eOow

2019 - Melania Fashions - Torelli - Trumpet Concerto in D, I and III
https://youtu.be/2jnS-UhdcEM

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2018, Jul - The First Couple - Melania and Donald Trump - Joseph Blanchard
https://youtu.be/ohgg0I_-p0g

2018, Dec - Donald and Melania Trump - Joseph Blanchard - with Aquamarine
https://youtu.be/14Is7SHRPko


9 posted on 11/17/2024 2:50:36 PM PST by mairdie (GreenwichVillage ArmyPoet: https://www.iment.com/maida/family/father/oldsoldiersdrums/frontcover.htm)
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To: simpson96

Melania is so much easier to look at than Jill. A good portion of Melania’s good looks is how she dresses. A good portion of Jill’s ugliness is how poorly she dresses.


10 posted on 11/17/2024 3:49:24 PM PST by redfreedom (May God save us from what the Democrats do in the name of good.)
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To: simpson96

I understand Melania’s gowns at Mar-a-Lsgo had the labels slit out of them with scalpels/scissors.

BY THE FBI.


11 posted on 11/17/2024 3:54:33 PM PST by combat_boots
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To: Fungi

Yeah.. and don’t forget Big Mike Obama..


12 posted on 11/17/2024 3:56:57 PM PST by Bikkuri (I am proud to be a PureBlood.)
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To: simpson96

Wow, that white, semi-bridal dress on Camilla, just awful!


13 posted on 11/17/2024 4:00:13 PM PST by skr (Righteousness exalteth a nation: sin is a reproach to any people. - Proverbs 14:34)
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To: redfreedom

I have a feeling that we might see her on magazine covers this time around, now that it’s clear that the majority of people gave DJT a mandate. (But maybe not.) And maybe she’ll just tell them to eff off if asked.


14 posted on 11/17/2024 4:06:54 PM PST by MayflowerMadam (🎶 They're eating the dogs. They're eating the cats. 🎶)
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To: Fungi

They wouldn’t dare ask. She should refuse and let them know they are not relevant


15 posted on 11/17/2024 4:11:45 PM PST by griswold3 (Truth Beauty and Goodness)
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To: simpson96
Can't post them here as they are from Getty.

Since this is not a commercial website, you can post any Getty images you wish.......

16 posted on 11/17/2024 4:20:11 PM PST by Hot Tabasco
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To: griswold3

Good point and you are correct. Still, hope they ask so she can do just that.


17 posted on 11/17/2024 4:24:49 PM PST by Fungi
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To: Hot Tabasco

“Since this is not a commercial website, you can post any Getty images you wish.......”

I’ve had threads pulled because I posted Getty images. Just saying.


18 posted on 11/17/2024 4:40:17 PM PST by simpson96
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To: TornadoAlley3

Her style has a touch of the vintage circa the mid 1960’s. Vintage shops will sell out once women notice.

My closet is full of vintage dresses from the thirties through the eighties.


19 posted on 11/17/2024 5:09:29 PM PST by Tacrolimus1mg (Do no harm, but take no sh!t.)
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To: Hot Tabasco

Just FYI (down at the bottom of the post)
“do not post images from Corbis or Getty.”
https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1111944/posts


20 posted on 11/17/2024 11:51:01 PM PST by blueplum ("...this moment is your moment: it belongs to you... " President Donald J. Trump, Jan 20, 2017) )
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