The meaning behind Melania Trump's election day outfit — and her most defining fashion moments

The Standard (UK) ^ | 11/6/2024 | Joe Bromley

[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.

[Albion Wilde]

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

That's horrible! Diminishes the value. What could have been their phony national security excuse for that?

[Mastador1]

So she buys her own clothes and actually pays the person that helps her with her fashion choices...unlike the grifters Hitlary, Big Mike and The Elder Abuser Jill? And because of that this “journalist” has a problem with Melania? Considering the crap that the Harridan trio wore and was gushed over by the like of this author, proves that their taste is all in their mouths and their partisan bitterness is worn on their sleeve for the world to see.