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Body language expert reveals ‘strange reason’ behind Melania Trump’s inauguration outfit choice

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Published 09:54 21 Jan 2025 GMT

Body language expert reveals ‘strange reason’ behind Melania Trump’s inauguration outfit choice

The first lady donned a wide-brimmed statement hat which clearly caught the attention of viewers at home

Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle

A body language expert has revealed the 'strange reason' behind Melania Trump’s inauguration outfit choice.

It was Donald Trump's inauguration yesterday (20 January) and the world watched on as he was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States.

All eyes, however, were on First Lady Melania given her eye-catching outfit choice she donned for the special occasion.

Melania wore monochrome outfit complete with a seriously wide-brimmed hat that really caught the attention of people online.

The hat in question was so big that it even got in the way of Trump giving her a kiss, forcing him to do an air kiss instead.

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People have since rushed to social media convinced they'd worked out the 'real reason' behind the statement headwear but now, a body language expert has shared his expertise on the situation.

Melania Trump donned a monochrome outfit complete with a statement hat during her husband's inauguration (Scott Olson / Staff / Getty Images)
Melania Trump donned a monochrome outfit complete with a statement hat during her husband's inauguration (Scott Olson / Staff / Getty Images)

Speaking on behalf of Betfair Casino, Darren Stanton, told Tyla: "Melania has chosen a very statement look, with the big fedora, perhaps to hide her face if she wants to.

"There’s little to no emotion from the pair, no holding hands, it almost looks like quite a solemn occasion, if we were to judge by their facial expressions."

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Darren went on to claim that there was 'no eye contact, no smiles [and] no emotion' between Melania and Trump, adding: "We know from past analysis that Melania doesn’t really like being in the spotlight, and she prefers to stay out of the way.

"She gives off the sense she doesn't want to be there, with no micro-expressions of happiness from Melania, it was quite a strange entrance."

A body language expert has revealed the 'strange reason' behind the first lady's outfit choice (Chip Somodevilla / Staff / Getty Images)
A body language expert has revealed the 'strange reason' behind the first lady's outfit choice (Chip Somodevilla / Staff / Getty Images)

The expert also declared it was a 'strange choice' for the first lady to wear navy blue, 'considering blue signifies the Democrats'.

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"Melania’s outfit has similar vibes to something we might see Meghan Markle wear," Darren said, noting: "The fact it’s not red or white, she’s branching out and striking out with a bold outfit."

And as for the hat?


Well, according to the expert, the choice to wear a big white-brimmed hat means she is able to cover her eyes and face as he explains: "We all saw in his last inauguration, she scowled when his back was turned.

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"Now, she’s got this hat to protect her face as much as she can from the glare of the press. It's quite a strategic outfit."

He added: "There’s not masses to see in this short walk, but the colour choice is significant. The very smart attire with the skirt suit signals her effectively saying, 'I mean business'."

Tyla has reached out to The Office of Donald Trump for comment.

Featured Image Credit: Jabin Botsford /The Washington Post via Getty Images/Tom Brenner for The Washington Post via Getty Images

Topics: Celebrity, Melania Trump, Fashion, Donald Trump, US News, Politics

Rhiannon Ingle
Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial skills as the Lifestyle Editor of The Mancunian, the UK’s largest student newspaper. With a keen eye for storytelling, Rhiannon brings fresh perspectives to her writing, blending critical insight with an engaging style. Her work captures the intersection of entertainment and real-world experiences.

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