Melania Trump and Queen Camilla choose designers from their own countries in break from tradition

Dorothy Reddin
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:00:45 +0000

Melania Trump and Queen Camilla chose to wear designers from their own countries on day one of the state visit in a break from tradition.

Mrs Trump stunned in a bespoke yellow outfit as she welcomed King Charles III and the Queen to the White House today.

The First Lady was dressed in a bespoke butter-yellow skirt suit by American designer Adam Lippes.

Adam Lippes, known for his refined, minimalist aesthetic, proved a fitting choice for an event steeped in formality.

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The structured double-breasted jacket, cinched neatly at the waist, was paired with a knee-length skirt.

The soft yellow hue, a departure from the bolder tones she has often favoured in the past, reflected the ceremonial and cordial nature of the state visit.

Yellow is often associated with optimism, diplomacy and renewal, an apt choice for a meeting framed as reinforcing Anglo-American ties.

Mrs Trump completed the look with her Manolo Blahnik BB pumps in python, a familiar staple in her wardrobe.

The choice of footwear echoed previous high-profile appearances, reinforcing her consistent approach to styling.

Her hair was styled in loose waves, falling neatly over her shoulders, while her makeup remained natural and neutral.

Mrs Trump's decision to wear an American designer for such a high-profile diplomatic moment with the British King and Queen will undoubtedly raise eyebrows.

However, Her Majesty made a similarly bold decision. Camilla wore a white chiffon dress by Anna Valentine, an iconic British designer who even created Camilla's wedding dress back in 2005.

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It is a longstanding royal tradition for members of the monarchy to spotlight designers from the countries they are visiting, or occasionally wear colours from their national flags.

Despite this, royal fans loved their outfits.

Regarding the First Lady, one fan posted on X: "I LOVE the yellow suit! Perfect for the season. I need to see a closer picture of those shoes!"

Another said: "Melania looks gorgeous as usual. The suit is the perfect spring colour."

Similarly, someone referred to the Queen's outfit saying: "Beautiful!!! Camilla is knocking it out of the park with her dresses."