Hats! Jewels! Dresses! Tiaras!
Diplomatic trips are as much about what everyone is wearing as they concern what they’re saying and doing.
This represents a demonstration in style statecraft – and there has been an abundance on display during the American leader and his wife Melania tour Britain.
Beginning with Melania’s headwear and extending to Catherine’s ornamental pin, here are some of the most eye-catching looks so far.
The First Lady’s Headpiece with a UK Tribute
An impressive headpiece!
Melania often wears impressive headwear – her white and navy wide-brimmed hat drew attention during the presidential swearing-in earlier this year.
There was a clumsy incident when Trump tried to kiss her with the hat’s edge made it a difficult maneuver.
Cue the internet blowing up.
The first lady has gone for an equally bold statement on day one of the state visit.
She arrived at Windsor Castle in a violet broad-brimmed piece that seemed to obscure her eyes, which she paired with a classic charcoal ensemble.
Melania's hat is not by chance, pointing to a position where she wants attention on her husband and his mission.
She noted that it matched the identical shade of her husband's tie, signaling backing for her husband's agenda.
Dior is frequently chosen for Melania, with the selection to wear it viewed as a nod to America's support with European allies.
On Tuesday, she stepped onto UK soil in a quintessentially UK fashion item: a Burberry trench coat.
She sported the honey-coloured, floor-length outerwear with the collar turned up, while flashes of its signature lining appearing below.
Melania, her mid-fifties, completed the outfit with black sunglasses and boots.
Wearing UK-designed attire could be a case of practicing fashion as diplomacy, a tactic numerous political spouses have employed.
During their previous official trip in 2019, she – an ex-model – also dressed for UK labels, selecting brands such as the heritage brand, although she added a mix from the continent fashion houses and American designers.
King and Queen Match in Blue
The Queen, in her late seventies, was seen wearing a bright deep blue gown, a matching coat with headpiece.
She accessorized the look with a sapphire and diamond brooch.
Princess of Wales's Outfit Sends Diplomatic Message
The Princess of Wales, 43, chose a maroon dress paired with a millinery piece.
By Camilla and Catherine, it demonstrates support for British designers.
Catherine completed the outfit with a plumed accessory.
Observers highlighted that similar to the visiting couple, the princess also chose to match her attire with the prince, who wore a burgundy tie.
Much like the first lady, this acts to show support aligning with her spouse and national interests.
The colors blue and red!
This seems a definite instance of coordinated diplomatic dressing, to reflect the American colors.
It's an example of how fashion choices can convey a strong political statement.
