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Melania Trump has once again found herself in the crosshairs of mainstream media, making waves with a stunning black-and-white portrait—the first of its kind since 1913 for a first lady. While some might view this as a symbol of grace and elegance, others, particularly those at Vogue, seem to have taken issue with Melania’s fashion choices, getting their proverbial knickers in a twist. It appears that beauty, style, and a touch of high fashion simply aren’t enough to appease the gatekeepers of glamorous “acceptable” attire.
Vogue, for its part, unleashed a torrent of criticism, comparing Melania’s impeccable black Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo jacket—a daring choice layered over a crisp white shirt and topped with a Ralph Lauren cummerbund—to the look of a “freelance magician.” One wonders if they only criticize to hide their envy of the first lady’s effortless style and poise. Clearly, these fashionistas missed the memo that political positions do not require a uniform that bows down to fading vintage traditions.
Vogue writer Hannah Jackson is of the opinion that this portrait of Melania Trump is “boardroom pastiche” and that she looks like a “freelance magician". Go home @voguemagazine you're drunk. pic.twitter.com/fXZEspoHap
— charmane harbert ✝️ 🇺🇸 (@callme_Chari) January 29, 2025
In addition to critiquing her looks, Vogue couldn’t resist throwing shade on Melania’s high-fashion sensibilities by suggesting her wardrobe choices clash with 248 years of so-called tradition. It’s curious how traditional the fashion industry seems to become only when a Republican is in the spotlight. One must ask, where was this so-called respect for tradition when Jill Biden was paraded around in outfits deemed “patriotic”? Evidently, red, white, and blue are the only colors that are fashionable, while black is reserved for those who aspire to bring a little class to the office.
Criticism of Melania’s past appearances doesn’t stop there. The fashion elite at Vogue even took jabs at her previous portrait, calling it an “airbrushed” mess. One can’t help but chuckle at the hypocrisy; it seems there’s room for a bit of airbrush magic as long as you’re part of the right social club. If a conservative woman looking fabulous can’t get a break, then perhaps the “Mean Girls” of Vogue should be scrutinized for setting beauty standards that only apply on a rigid, left-leaning scale.
The conservative pushback has been as loud as it is unapologetic. Influential voices, such as Newsmax host Todd Starnes, have come forward declaring the attack on Melania as a result of either envy or their deep-seated animosity toward strong Republican women. Starnes pointed out her impressive intellect, fluency in five languages, and, let’s not forget, her excellent sense of humor. It’s high time the fashion establishment recognized that beauty, elegance, and style do not adhere to their leftist script. Perhaps it’s jealousy that drives these attacks, or maybe they simply can’t handle Melania’s unparalleled blend of beauty and confidence. Either way, it’s clear that her portrait speaks volumes while Vogue’s critique falls hilariously flat.
