{"id":17918,"date":"2025-01-10T16:35:13","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T16:35:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=17918"},"modified":"2025-01-10T16:35:13","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T16:35:13","slug":"hasnt-anyone-looked-at-melanias-white-collar-melania-trumps-outfit-at-jimmy-carters-funeral-sparks-fan-discussion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=17918","title":{"rendered":"‘Hasn’t Anyone Looked at Melania’s White Collar?’: Melania Trump’s Outfit at Jimmy Carter’s Funeral Sparks Fan Discussion"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The former first lady’s striking outfit at a high-profile event drew attention from both attendees and social media users. Here’s why.<\/p>\n

Melania Trump’s dress at the state funeral service for former U.S. President Jimmy Carter on January 9, 2025, has sparked a wave of reactions online, with fans particularly focused on her unique white collar. The former first lady, attending the solemn event alongside her husband, President-elect Donald Trump, opted for a striking black Valentino coat dress that featured an oversized white collar adorned with artistic images.<\/p>\n

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A fan comment on Melania Trump, dated January 10, 2025 | Source: X\/Permagardenet<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The funeral service was held at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., with numerous dignitaries in attendance, including former presidents, first ladies, and global leaders. Melania’s attire stood out among the otherwise traditional mourning outfits, prompting social media users to question the design and symbolism behind her fashion statement.<\/p>\n

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President-elect Donald Trump and incoming first lady Melania Trump at the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter at Washington National Cathedral on January 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Photos from the event show Melania sitting quietly alongside her husband, her gaze focused on the ceremony. The black dress, paired with the bold white collar, drew attention both at the service and online.<\/p>\n

One user on X, formerly Twitter,\u00a0wrote,<\/a>\u00a0“Hasn’t anyone looked at Melania’s white collar?!?”<\/i>\u00a0echoing the sentiments of many who noticed the eye-catching detail. Another commenter\u00a0said,<\/a>\u00a0“I can’t make out what that is on Melania’s collar, does anyone know what that image is?”<\/i><\/p>\n

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George W. Bush, Laura Bush, Barack Obama, President-elect Donald Trump, and incoming first lady Melania Trump at the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter at Washington National Cathedral on January 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The collar appeared to feature artistic sketches, which led some to speculate about their significance. One user\u00a0asked<\/a>,\u00a0“What picture is this on Melania’s oversized collar?”\u00a0<\/i>Others expressed curiosity about the unusual design, with one person\u00a0remarking,<\/a>\u00a0“I’m distracted by whatever that is on Melania’s collar.”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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While the specific meaning of the illustrations on the collar remains unclear, many users shared their interpretations.\u00a0“Melania’s collar was interesting. It looked like President Kennedy hugged one of his kids from an old black and white photo,”<\/i>\u00a0wrote<\/a>\u00a0one user, drawing a possible connection to historical imagery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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President-elect Donald Trump and incoming first lady Melania Trump at the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter at Washington National Cathedral on January 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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“Melania, sitting there quietly, making believe she was interested in the ceremony pamphlet looked oddly different. That white collar seemed extremely uncharacteristic for her taste. There also appeared to be drawings on it? Odd, I wonder what that was [sic]?”<\/i>\u00a0wondered<\/a>\u00a0another disgruntled commenter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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However, not all reactions were positive. Some questioned the outfit’s appropriateness for a funeral.\u00a0“Love Melania but why the Pilgrim collar?”<\/i>\u00a0asked<\/a>\u00a0one commenter, while another\u00a0said,<\/a>\u00a0“What was on that odd white collar Melania wore? Strange choice for some one so fashion conscious [sic].”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A fan comment on Melania Trump, dated January 10, 2025 | Source: X\/JillGinder4853<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Speculation about the images on the collar continued, with one fan suggesting it might be a tribute to the Carters’ enduring love story.\u00a0“The kissing lovers may be a tribute to Jimmy and his love for Rosalyn. Melania would think of something special like that. She has a beautiful soul [sic],”<\/i>\u00a0a user\u00a0commented.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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President-elect Donald Trump and incoming first lady Melania Trump at the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter at Washington National Cathedral on January 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Despite the ongoing debate, some fans praised Melania’s outfit for its elegance and sophistication.\u00a0“I love the Valentino blouse Melania wore to Carter’s funeral. It’s so elegant and tasteful, and people wondering about the image on the collar need glasses,”<\/i>\u00a0a fan\u00a0wrote.<\/a>\u00a0“She’s the epitome of understated elegance and class.”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Melania’s striking outfit choice continued to ignite curiosity online as more details about the ensemble emerged. Now, fashion insiders have identified the garment as a piece from\u00a0Valentino’s Fall\/Winter 2019<\/a>\u00a0Ready-to-Wear Women’s Collection, adding another layer of intrigue to the discussion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Vice President Kamala Harris, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, former President Barak Obama, President-elect Donald Trump, and his wife Melania Trump attend the state funeral services for former President Jimmy Carter on January 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The unique collar was part of Valentino’s collaboration with Japanese designer Jun Takahashi of Undercover. The creative partnership infused Renaissance art with contemporary elements, resulting in a blend of historical and modern aesthetics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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According to Valentino’s website, the design featured a 19th-century\u00a0neoclassical sculpture of kissing lovers<\/a>\u00a0combined with bold rose imagery. The artistic prints appeared on various garments, including coats, dresses, and blouses, during the collection’s runway show in March 2019.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A model on the runway at Valentino RTW Fall 2019, photographed in Paris on March 3, 2019 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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This particular print, as\u00a0noted by L’Officiel,<\/a>\u00a0was part of a larger theme explored by Valentino’s creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli. The collection drew inspiration from Renaissance-era romance, religion, and Victorian sensibilities, pushing boundaries with daring graphic prints of embracing statues and vibrant floral patterns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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These prints were\u00a0described<\/a>\u00a0as “pop-punkish” in their execution, combining traditional art with edgy contemporary style.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A model on the runway at Valentino RTW Fall 2019, photographed in Paris on March 3, 2019 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The\u00a0Valentino \u00d7 Undercover collaboration<\/a>\u00a0was not a one-off venture. It had begun earlier that year, with the two brands working together for Paris Men’s Fashion Week in January 2019. The unexpected combination of Valentino’s classic elegance with Undercover’s edgy, street-style influences created a unique aesthetic that stood out on runways.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Melania’s coat dress from this collection drew attention not only for its bold artistic elements but also for its historical references. For fashion enthusiasts familiar with Valentino’s work, the look was instantly recognizable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A model on the runway at Valentino RTW Fall 2019, photographed in Paris on March 3, 2019 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The dress was part of Valentino’s effort to push the boundaries of traditional high fashion. L’Officiel highlighted the prevalence of graphic prints in the collection, describing them as bold statements that merged historical references with modern interpretations of art. Pieces from the collaboration,\u00a0including the “Lovers” print dress,<\/a>\u00a0are still available today, with some retailers offering discounted prices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Models on the runway at Valentino RTW Fall 2019, photographed in Paris on March 3, 2019 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Whether intentional or coincidental, the Valentino design has certainly left an impression on both fashion enthusiasts and casual observers alike, ensuring that Melania’s look at the funeral will be remembered for its elegance \u2014 and its mystery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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President-elect Donald Trump and incoming first lady Melania Trump greet former Vice President Mike Pence at the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter on January 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The attention surrounding Melania Trump’s dress wasn’t the only buzzworthy moment from the somber event.\u00a0In a rare and poignant gathering, all five living U.S. presidents\u00a0<\/strong>\u2014 Joe Biden,\u00a0Donald Trump<\/a>, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton \u2014 came together to honor\u00a0Jimmy Carter<\/a>\u00a0at his\u00a0state funeral.<\/a>\u00a0The images sparked disbelief among netizens, who questioned whether the scene was real.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A netizen’s comment on the five living U.S. presidents attending former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral service, posted on January 9, 2025 | Source: Facebook.com\/peoplemag<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Vice President Kamala Harris and former vice presidents Mike Pence, Dick Cheney, and Al Gore joined the presidents at the service. Held at the\u00a0Washington National Cathedral<\/a>, the ceremony honored Carter’s lifelong commitment to service as the 39th president and a devoted humanitarian.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Presidents Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton, along with first ladies Jill Biden, Melania Trump, Laura Bush, and Hillary Clinton, attend Jimmy Carter’s state funeral at Washington National Cathedral on January 9, 2025 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The program\u00a0featured tributes<\/a>, musical performances, and eulogies. Biden delivered a\u00a0heartfelt tribute<\/a>, focusing on Carter’s enduring “character,” which he described as the foundation of the late president’s legacy. He stressed the importance of treating everyone with dignity and respect.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A netizen’s comment on the five living U.S. presidents attending former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral service, posted on January 9, 2025 | Source: Facebook.com\/peoplemag<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Biden\u00a0added<\/a>, “We have an obligation to give hate no safe harbor.” He also\u00a0highlighted<\/a>\u00a0Carter’s commitment to standing against “abuse in power” and his belief in the nation’s potential.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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“The very journey of our nation is a walk of sheer faith, to do the work, to be the country we say we are, to be the country we say we want to be,” Biden\u00a0said<\/a>, reflecting on Carter’s vision. “Today many think he was from a bygone era, but in reality he saw well into the future.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A crowd watches Joe Biden’s eulogy at the state funeral for former U.S. President Jimmy Carter on January 9, 2025 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Biden\u00a0concluded<\/a>\u00a0his eulogy, “I miss him, but I take solace in knowing that he and Rosalynn are reunited again. To the entire Carter family, thank you \u2014 and I mean this sincerely \u2014 for sharing them both with America and the world. We love you all.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Joe Biden touches the casket after delivering the eulogy at the State Funeral for former U.S. President Jimmy Carter | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The reunion of past and current U.S. presidents at Carter’s funeral sparked varied online reactions. Some noted an\u00a0air of discomfort<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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“Is this photo shopped [sic]?”<\/i>\u00a0one user\u00a0asked<\/a>, seemingly struck by the surreal image of the five presidents together.\u00a0“This picture is honestly so sad,”<\/i>\u00a0another\u00a0noted<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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For some users, the rare gathering was symbolic.\u00a0“An incredible, Historic, momentary view of past and present power making a personal accounting of what Jimmy Carter was for Humanity that they also are, were …and would never be [sic],”<\/i>\u00a0wrote<\/a>\u00a0one commenter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Presidents Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton, along with their spouses and other leaders, attend Jimmy Carter’s state funeral at Washington National Cathedral on January 9, 2025 | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Others\u00a0noted<\/a>\u00a0the significance of witnessing such an event,\u00a0“We were eyewitnesses to history on so many levels today.”\u00a0<\/i>Another highlighted the event’s gravity and Carter’s enduring impact. One user\u00a0called<\/a>\u00a0it a\u00a0“reminder of how rare and important this gathering is in American political history.”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Aside from the five living presidents, Vice Presidents Kamala Harris, Al Gore, and Mike Pence, along with Karen Pence and Doug Emhoff, attend the ceremony | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The heartfelt eulogies were also received with praise, with one person\u00a0describing<\/a>\u00a0them as\u00a0“awesome and heartfelt.”<\/i>\u00a0Another\u00a0reflected<\/a>\u00a0on Carter’s life as\u00a0“a testament to a life well lived”<\/i>\u00a0and expressed gratitude for his contributions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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