Comments on: And let’s not ignore the fashion https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/ A blog about political change, among other things Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:47:11 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 By: AesopFan https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783941 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:47:11 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783941 AesopFan on January 21, 2025 at 11:39 pm said:
The best photo-shop of Melania and the Hat comes from the Bee, of course.

https://babylonbee.com/news/tommy-gun-wielding-melania-trump-patrols-streets-of-dc-running-democrats-out-of-town

]]> By: Dax https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783852 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:49:43 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783852 Listening to talk radio this morning brought to mind images of Mad Magazine’s “Spy vs. Spy.”
I mean that in a good way.

]]> By: Cornflour https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783786 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:47:16 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783786 I don’t know anything about fashion, but I’m nothing if not curious, so I turned to my betters for help. For efficiency’s sake, I used Perplexity AI, and copied the results below. I think we should all be thankful for the enlightenment.
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Question:

Among Democrats and Progressives. what is the consensus opinion of the hat that Melania Trump wore to her husband’s inauguration on January 20, 2025?
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Answer:

The consensus among Democrats and Progressives regarding Melania Trump’s hat at her husband’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, is largely critical and reflective of broader themes in political fashion.

### **Key Observations**

– **Fashion Statement**: Melania Trump wore a navy boater-style hat designed by Eric Javits, which drew attention for its wide brim that obscured her eyes. This choice was seen as a deliberate attempt to project an image of aloofness and detachment, contrasting sharply with the more traditional styles of previous first ladies[1][2][4]. Critics noted that the hat’s design made her appear “hard” and business-like, which some interpreted as a statement of strength or distance from the public[3].

– **Public Reactions**: Social media reactions were mixed but leaned toward criticism. Some users expressed admiration for her overall outfit but found the hat excessive. Comments ranged from likening her look to a “business” persona to humorous comparisons to characters like the McDonald’s Hamburglar[3]. The hat’s presence during the inauguration also led to awkward moments, such as when President Trump attempted to kiss her but was hindered by the brim[4].

– **Historical Context**: The hat was part of a broader narrative about Melania Trump’s fashion choices, which have often sparked debate. Her previous inaugural outfit in 2017 was more traditional and aligned with Washington’s sartorial customs, whereas this year’s choice seemed to reflect a more personal and possibly defiant statement about her role as first lady[1][2][8].

– **Designer Commentary**: Javits described dressing Melania as a highlight of his career, emphasizing the artistry behind the hat’s design. However, this artistic intent did not resonate positively with many observers who felt it contributed to a sense of isolation rather than connection[4][9].

In summary, while Melania Trump’s hat was crafted with elegance in mind, it has been interpreted by many Democrats and Progressives as emblematic of a broader narrative about her public persona—one that is both stylish and strategically distant.

Citations:
[1] https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/style/melania-trump-hat-inauguration-outfit.html
[2] https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/20/style/inauguration-fashion-looks-melania-trump/index.html
[3] https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/melania-trumps-inauguration-outfit-costs-a-fortune-and-netizens-are-going-into-a-spiral-over-it-101737420494067.html
[4] https://apnews.com/article/melania-trump-hat-fashion-inauguration-240dbc0d554d7ea2214e89d70f642216
[5] https://nypost.com/2025/01/20/lifestyle/melania-trump-styles-inauguration-day-outfit-with-a-matching-hat/
[6] https://www.yahoo.com/news/column-donald-trump-president-again-171803751.html
[7] https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/01/20/melania-trump-hat-fashion-inauguration/cc9ac620-d76b-11ef-85a9-331436ec61e9_story.html
[8] https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz7e99ww55vo
[9] https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Style/melania-trump-style-inauguration-day-2025/story?id=117746469
[10] https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/melania-trump-inauguration-hat-spawns-190616413.html
[11] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ka4f1cjiqw4

]]> By: sdferr https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783779 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:42:50 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783779 In re “the FLotUS Gown”, see the link: https://x.com/MELANIAJTRUMP/status/1881678669531185203

]]> By: Kate https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783776 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:31:17 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783776

LOL. I imagine the last thing Melania wanted was an ‘air kiss’ from Jill.

There’s a thought, Molly Brown. Or a sniff from Joe!

The asymmetrical black design on her inaugural gown was also commanding and sets her apart. And she looked very happy.

]]> By: Molly Brown https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783740 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:27:22 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783740 I wondered why Melania chose a hat that hid so much of her lovely face until DJT leaned in for a kiss and bounced off the brim. That hat literally served the useful purpose of keeping people out of her face.
LOL. I imagine the last thing Melania wanted was an ‘air kiss’ from Jill.

]]> By: Another Mike https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783737 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:01:30 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783737 A few posts back on the “Open Thread” someone posted a photo from X… As I noted then, this is Eastwood;s notorious stranger… Malania is stepping from the limo; Eastwood arrives at Lago in “High Plains Drifter”…

The captain with it was something like: “The woman whose husband is going to deal with the people who raided her home.” This will be an interesting 4 years.

]]> By: Chris B https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783731 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:30:03 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783731 buddhaha @7:48- “What really struck me was the expression on Usha’s face while her husband was being sworn in.
The pride and love in that smile was enough to wipe out the cynic in me.”

That’s what struck me as well.

]]> By: huxley https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783724 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:06:48 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783724 Re: Clint Eastwood’s hat

Over the weekend I did a mini-retrospective of Clint Eastwood’s spaghetti westerns and looked up reviews.
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“Sergio Leone, who directed Eastwood in his breakthrough role in the Man With No Name trilogy of spaghetti westerns, said he liked the actor because he had only two expressions: ‘one with the hat, one without it.’”

https://www.who2.com/clint-eastwood-has-two-expressions/
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Those films are better than I remembered.

]]> By: neo https://thenewneo.com/2025/01/20/and-lets-not-ignore-the-fashion/#comment-2783723 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:06:15 +0000 https://thenewneo.com/?p=139467#comment-2783723 AesopFan:

They’ve both got cheekbones, too.

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