{"id":2062,"date":"2025-02-14T18:07:33","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T18:07:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fnews06.org\/?p=2062"},"modified":"2025-02-14T18:07:33","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T18:07:33","slug":"melania-trump-faces-backlash-over-inauguration-outfit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fnews06.org\/?p=2062","title":{"rendered":"Melania Trump Faces Backlash Over Inauguration Outfit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Melania Trump\u2019s latest inauguration day look has sparked a wave of online chatter, with many comparing her bold fashion choice to none other than Michael Jackson\u2019s legendary \u201cSmooth Criminal\u201d era.<\/p>\n<p>The former first lady stunned in a sleek navy coat paired with a flat-brimmed navy hat featuring an ivory stripe. While undeniably chic, the ensemble quickly became a talking point on social media, with some users drawing humorous parallels to the late pop icon\u2019s iconic style.<\/p>\n<p>One user on X (formerly Twitter) quipped, \u201cIs it just me, or is Melania hinting at Donald Trump being a \u2018smooth criminal\u2019 with this outfit?\u201d Another chimed in with, \u201cShe looks like Michael Jackson\u2019s \u2018Smooth Criminal\u2019 character but dressed for a funeral.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Not all comments leaned into humor or criticism. Many praised Melania\u2019s look as a standout moment in fashion. \u201cMelania is channeling Michael Jackson, and she\u2019s absolutely killing it!\u201d one user wrote. Another remarked, \u201cThis is \u2018Smooth Criminal\u2019 reimagined with pure class. Melania nailed it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Fashion experts also weighed in on the former first lady\u2019s choice. Women\u2019s Wear Daily described her look as an \u201call-American ensemble\u201d designed by Adam Lippes. The choice marked a noticeable shift for Melania, who often gravitates toward European fashion houses. For instance, during her husband\u2019s election night victory, she chose a Christian Dior design.<\/p>\n<p>The Trump family\u2019s fashion choices didn\u2019t stop with Melania. Former President Donald Trump also broke from his usual sartorial tradition. Known for his signature red ties, Trump surprised many by opting for a purple tie\u2014a notable departure from his standard red or occasional blue accessories..<\/p>\n<p>Photo Credit: E! News\/Youtube<\/p>\n<p>This isn\u2019t the first time Melania\u2019s inauguration wardrobe has made headlines. Back in 2017, for her husband\u2019s first inauguration, she donned a powder-blue Ralph Lauren dress and coat ensemble that many likened to the timeless elegance of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.<\/p>\n<p>In the weeks following Election Day, the 54-year-old has embraced a wardrobe defined by neutral tones, signaling a shift toward understated sophistication. According to the New York Post, this trend aligns with Melania\u2019s penchant for refined and polished fashion.<\/p>\n<p>Melania\u2019s latest inauguration day look serves as yet another example of her ability to command attention with her sartorial choices. Whether sparking comparisons to pop culture icons or earning applause for her elegant style, she continues to be a figure of intrigue in the fashion world.<\/p>\n<p>While opinions may vary, one thing remains clear: Melania Trump knows how to make a statement, both on and off the political stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Melania Trump\u2019s latest inauguration day look has sparked a wave of online chatter, with many comparing her bold fashion choice to none other than Michael Jackson\u2019s legendary \u201cSmooth Criminal\u201d era. The former first lady stunned in a sleek navy coat paired with a flat-brimmed navy hat featuring an ivory stripe. 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