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Melania - a shallow fashion thread

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Sparklefizz Fri 13-Jul-18 11:39:31

Doesn't Melania Trump always look fabulous? (except for that recent parka with the "Who cares" message).

I thought last night's yellow dress was absolutely stunning when they arrived at Blenheim Palace (did not think Teresa May's dress with a high split up the back was ideal for people following up steps behind her!) and today she looks gorgeous too. Her fashion sense is pretty much spot-on in my opinion.

stella1949 Fri 13-Jul-18 12:48:49

I love Melania's style and fashion sense. The yellow dress was perfect.

Ilovecheese Fri 13-Jul-18 12:53:37

It is tricky to get the right length of split in a straight skirt.
If the skirt is quite tight and the slit is not long enough, a woman with long legs would not be able to walk properly.

I too thought Melania Trump looked lovely, she is a beautiful woman.

MawBroon Fri 13-Jul-18 12:57:03

You may think this sour grapes, but in my experience tall women can often have a tendency to stoop slightly as if they are afraid of standing out or if their menfolk are smaller.
One exception was of course Carla Sarkozy but she frequently wore flats or kitten heels.
I am sad that TM doesn’t stand up straighter, wear higher heels and look less submissive. Whether or not I agree with her, body language is so important. She has nothing to lose!
As to her dress sense, she has frequently gone for quirky items in the past rather than safe Home Counties suits and pearls (remember the brown leather trousers?) and I assume she has a personal stylist. I would love to dress her as I think I have a good eye for what suits other people - rather better than what suits me at 5’2 and tending to Winnie the Pooh dimensions!

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Purpledaffodil Fri 13-Jul-18 13:29:08

Riverwalk. I’d forgotten that quote about nude modelling being something Europeans do. Puts the Common into Common Market? ?

muffinthemoo Fri 13-Jul-18 13:33:32

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Grandma70s Fri 13-Jul-18 14:30:00

I am no fan of Mrs. May’s politics, but looking good is not her job. It is, on the other hand, Melania’s job. That’s what she’s there for, as a decorative accessory. She is 48, trying to look 17. Theresa just looks like a normal, imperfect 61-year-old woman who has more to her life than being an ornament. At least she has a brain, and today she is wearing flat shoes, which is good to see. .

sodapop Fri 13-Jul-18 14:35:52

I agree Grandma70s Melania may have looked attractive but she certainly did not look happy. TM always dresses appropriately ( apart from that split dress) and concentrates on the job in hand. We may or may not agree with her but she has an excellent work ethic.

MawBroon Fri 13-Jul-18 14:50:54

Someone in public life who always looks fantastic, great style, innate chic, but is definitely more than a “clothes horse” is head of the IMF Christine Lagarde.

Grandma70s Fri 13-Jul-18 15:17:27

True, MawBroon . She’s very impressive. Some people are born with natural style.

lemongrove Fri 13-Jul-18 15:49:55

I didn’t like the very long back split in T May’s dress, but thought the dress otherwise was really nice.I don’t think bare arms make a woman look vulnerable, Michelle Obama always wore that look.I liked the red colour too, although it did clash horribly with Mealania’s dress.grin

Jalima1108 Fri 13-Jul-18 16:36:53

.but I think any one of us,given the money and opportunities such people have at their finger tips,would look equally good
You might, but I certainly wouldn't Panache grin

lemongrove Fri 13-Jul-18 16:37:40

Me neither! grin

Ilovecheese Fri 13-Jul-18 16:39:04

Melania Trump looks like she was having a nice time today with Mr May, really smiley and cheerful.

Oldwoman70 Fri 13-Jul-18 16:40:28

It looks as if TM is high waisted so wearing short jackets with a single button or belted dresses don't really suit her which is also the reason she doesn't look good in trousers.

kittylester Fri 13-Jul-18 16:42:15

What I'd give for Christine Lagarde's hair!

Jalima1108 Fri 13-Jul-18 16:43:53

Please come and sort me out MawBroon smile

MawBroon Fri 13-Jul-18 16:55:43

Saw this on FB and though of the opinions of TM’s red dress.

trisher Fri 13-Jul-18 17:03:01

Does this make her Ofdonald?

MawBroon Fri 13-Jul-18 17:05:48

???

Panache Fri 13-Jul-18 17:06:26

Jalima......
.............but I think any one of us,given the money and opportunities such people have at their finger tips,would look equally good.......
"You say I might but you would`nt"

However it is true some are born gifted in every department and some of us seem to lack in most.............but I honestly do think with time,money and the right people at your side, you can be made a whole lot better.
Of course the short cannot achieve added height or vice versa,but ever the optimist, I think most of us could and would look a whole lot better.
As for me I think I am well passed my sell by date!!!!

goldengirl Fri 13-Jul-18 17:07:02

I love Christine Lagarde's style including her hair.
Sorry but I thought Melania Trump's dress was rather OTT and Theresa May's split at the back too high.

Elrel Fri 13-Jul-18 17:09:09

kittylester, exactly what I was thinking as I enlarged Christine Lagarde's photograph for a closer look!

Jalima1108 Fri 13-Jul-18 17:14:24

Perhaps if I was stretched, liposuctioned, new teeth, face lift, walked with a book on my head (tried that though) I may look better than at present.
No! I need new feet as well

Some have it, some don't.

Jalima1108 Fri 13-Jul-18 17:17:36

I preferred Christine Lagarde's hair when it was a bit shorter, and she looks far too tanned in the latest picture, which may have resulted in the deep wrinkles. The tanned look ages her - she is only 62!

However, she is very stylish.