When President Donald Trump returned to the United Kingdom this week for his unprecedented second state visit, Melania Trump made sure her wardrobe told its own story. From heritage nods to bold evening glamour, the First Lady’s fashion choices balanced diplomacy, tradition, and her signature style.
A glamorous evening in yellow:
The highlight came at Windsor Castle during the State Banquet. Melania swept into the royal dinner in a strapless, off-the-shoulder Carolina Herrera gown in butter yellow, cinched with a lilac belt.
© Getty ImagesThe elegant silhouette stood out in the regal setting, paired with nude pumps and dazzling emerald drop earrings that served as her own substitute for a tiara.
© Anna MoneymakerHer caramel leather look:
Earlier that same day, Melania toured Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and the Royal Library alongside Queen Camilla. For the occasion, she wore a caramel-hued Louis Vuitton leather suit, complete with floral-embroidered lapels and cream edging on the hems.
© WPA PoolThe look, paired with tan Manolo Blahnik pumps, reinforced her preference for strong tailoring with minimal fuss, a restrained yet polished ensemble that fit the diplomatic tone of the trip.
© Chris JacksonClassic suede for her country outing:
The following morning, Melania joined Kate Middleton at Frogmore Cottage for activities with the Scout Association’s Squirrels program. She kept things practical yet chic in a belted brown Ralph Lauren suede jacket and khaki trousers, a look that nodded to her American designer loyalties.
© Yui Mok - WPA Pool/Getty ImagesPhotographed drawing with children and joining parachute games, the First Lady embraced a rare casual moment, while still staying sharply dressed.
© Nathan Howard - WPA Pool/Getty ImagesThe talked-about Dior skirt suit:
Her most striking daytime appearance came upon arrival at Windsor Castle, where she stepped off Marine One in a dark gray Dior skirt suit.
© Aaron Chown - WPA Pool/Getty Images)The structured jacket with pointed shoulders and a pencil skirt below the knee carried echoes of the house’s famous 'New Look,' paired with a dramatic plum Dior hat partially concealed her face, creating intrigue.
© Getty ImagesBritish heritage:
Melania set the tone the moment she landed at Stansted Airport in a tightly belted Burberry trench coat, worn over Dior riding boots and paired with Saint Laurent sunglasses.
© Anna MoneymakerWith its turned-up collar and iconic check lining, the trench was both practical and theatrical. The look balanced homage with individuality, signaling respect for her hosts.
© Anna MoneymakerThroughout the visit, Melania’s ensembles struck a balance between glamour and diplomacy. Whether in Dior, Burberry, Carolina Herrera, or Ralph Lauren, each look was carefully curated to honor both American design and European heritage.
