Melania’s sartorial ode to India
NEW DELHI: Known for her bodycon dressing, penchant for tailoring, and fit-and-flare silhouettes, US First Lady, Melania Trump, hit all the right sartorial notes with her choice of attire when she landed in Ahmedabad on Monday morning. Melania Trump wore a pristine white jumpsuit from Atelier Caito for Herve Pierre, while her husband, US President Donald Trump, offset his black suit with a bright canary yellow tie. Melania paired her ensemble with a bronzegreen coloured brocade sash, adding a dash of colour to the chic ensemble. The sash was made of green silk and gold metallic thread. The designer posted on the label’s Instagram account, “Arriving in India, the First Lady #flotus is wearing a white jumpsuit from @atelier_caito_for_herve_pierre in crème crêpe . The sash was cut in an early XX century Indian textile documents I found in Paris through very good friends who are collectors. @herve_pierre_creative_director . The sash is made out of green silk and gold metallic thread . We used the border which was the most Interesting piece we could use as it was a vintage piece.”
Designer, Suneet Varma, hailed the look as elegant and gracious. “For me, this look is a winner and the sash, which has always been a part of our tradition, is an ode to India. Historically, the cummerbund is synonymous with Indian mythology and royalty. Be it our weddings or dance forms, you always see the sash adding to the sartorial flair.
› Historically, the cummerbund is synonymous with Indian mythology and royalty... the white jumpsuit sends out a message of peace. SUNEET VARMA, Designer
Also, the white jumpsuit sends out a message of peace and purity. I’d love to see Melania in traditional clothing during this trip.”
Designer Rahul Mishra, agreed, saying: “I like the sash around the waist with Indian motifs and the pleasing white ensemble is a sign of new beginnings. At the same time, it’s weather appropriate. She looks at ease radiating an unmistakable power dressing vibe. And with the sash, she comes across as someone who’s strong and ready to adapt to a new culture.”
Trump’s daughter, Ivanka Trump chose a day dress with a floral print was apt for the arrival of spring in India. “The hues complement her complexion and blonde mane. She’s a young, attractive woman and dresses the part,” says Varma. Besides the fashion-forward ladies, Trump’s statement tie has been the talk of style circles. Designer Sahil Aneja said: “He’s trying to make a quirky impression; besides the bright hues have always been associated with India.”