Of course Melania would show up wearing an outfit that made her different from the other first ladies

[kimbutgar]

Who wore black.

That said, she must be having an inner fit standing next to Michelle Obama!

[Stinky The Clown]

1. She is as horrible a person as that thing she married.

[maxsolomon]

18. Unpopular opinion, but she's not.

He's literally the Worst Person in America.

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

81. I agree... that wretch has no respect. Why was she even invited?!

[DemocraticPatriot]

122. Because the Carters wished for all the former first ladies to be there....

[ProudMNDemocrat]

3. It's all about ME.

I wonder what the look on Michelle Obama's face was.

[underpants]

4. Pic

[sarisataka]

8. I was expecting something horrid

That outfit doesn't look like anything to get worked up over. I've seen much worse at funerals.

And if people believe she's not wearing black in order to draw attention, simply don't give her any.

[underpants]

11. I double agree

[samplegirl]

26. It looks like tweed

But it makes her look fat
I think it’s a coat.

[senseandsensibility]

40. If you didn't say it, I was going to

If she was trying to stand out, she achieved it in a different way than intended.

[redqueen]

94. So petty

I'll never understand the point of posting trash talk about someone's looks or speech impediment or whatever. It's not ok just because the target is the member of an out-group.

[bullimiami]

107. I yeah she looks like a puff pastry.

[Traildogbob]

41. Accentuates the kidneys nicely.

[ratchiweenie]

121. It is no longer a requirement to wear black to funerals. And she is wearing a black dress under her grey coat.

I think people are just nit picking. She actually looks very nice. If it was a Dem First lady we would all be saying how lovely she was.

[Maru Kitteh]

10. She reminds me of my sister, always searching for ways to erode, insult and abrade.

To me the most offensive thing is that she looks like she wants it known that she doesn't want to be there. Attending in a coat says "I have no intention to stay one moment longer than I am required to." It's what my sister did at my daughter's December wedding despite being in a crowded, perfectly warm church and then a crowded, perfectly warm reception hall.

[moniss]

42. I know what you mean about the sister

and mine was a social climber to boot.

[Maru Kitteh]

48. So yours was more Melania-esque. Mine is more of the gutter snipe variety.

Of course NONE of her problems have EVER been the result of her own decisions let alone her vinegar and salted razor blades personality. Nope.

[madaboutharry]

105. Do Sister-In-Laws count?

I have two horror stories I’m related to by marriage. I have spent years trying to figure out which one is the bigger narcissist.

[Trueblue1968]

20. What a horrible woman

[TheBlackAdder]

23. Makes her look excessively thicc, in a porky sense of the term. Definitely not a slimming outfit.

[Irish_Dem]

70. I cannot figure out this outfit.

Yes it is very unflattering but probably cost a fortune.

The coat is very tight and too small on top, the skirt is way too big.

This is a woman who buys custom couture. And can hire a seamstress.

And she considers herself a fashionista.

I don't get it.

[yardwork]

89. I had the same questions.

My theory is that this outfit was chosen by committee. Maybe Trump's campaign didn't want her to wear black because it would seem she was aligned with the Carters and Democrats. So grey was chosen. Maybe the coat dress was to remind people of what she wore at Trump's inauguration. Maybe she didn't even try it on in advance. I can hear her saying who cares about the stoopid funeral...

[Irish_Dem]

98. Also narcissists love to stand out and be different.

You can see her standing towards the front of the other ladies.
More by herself.

But yes the gray was to not align with the other wives.
They are beneath her.

I am talking more about the horrible fit.
Top way too tight. Skirt too big.
Expensive outfit with poor designed and fit.

[UpInArms]

24. She looks short and dumpy

Not outstanding

[Paladin]

25. Bad look for her. I approve, completely. (nt)

[Retrograde]

63. She doesn't seem to know how to wear clothes

For someone who was supposedly a genius-level fashion model (whatever that means) she has a knack for picking outfits that just don't look like they fit properly. Plus, she goes in for those cinched waists that don't look good on short-torsoed and large-breasted women - they make her look squeezed into the outfit. But you can believe they cost big $$$, not to mention the costs of the hairdressers and make-up artists who travel with her.

[Irish_Dem]

72. But in all fairness she wasn't the kind of model who actually wore any clothes.

But yes she considered herself a fashion icon.
And was angry when fashion magazines didn't put her on the cover when she was First Lady.

[madaboutharry]

106. Lol!

That’s funny.

[Irish_Dem]

83. For a coat that must have cost a fortune, it is ill fitting and unattractive.

Too small and tight bodice and too large skirt.

[Ocelot II]

28. Looks like she's put on a little weight. Meow.

[WhiteTara]

61. She looks fat and I 'm thinking that

gray says' I don't care, do you?'

[Irish_Dem]

74. Yes but black would have hidden the weight gain much better.

[WhiteTara]

90. you mean

yes and? instead of yes but? Or butt?

[Joinfortmill]

5. A lot we can criticize her for..

This isn't one of them. Just saying.

[SheilaAnn]

7. I agree, the coat is dark and she didn't bring him so all is well. I think it's good that she showed up, bet he's

furious she did so that's good too.

[Irish_Dem]

67. You have never been on any fashion forums I think.

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That is all the members do all day long, critique celebrity fashion.

[redqueen]

115. This isn't a fashion forum

[Irish_Dem]

118. Au contraire. Some times that is exactly what it is.

US politics and global events are horrific and brutal.
Sometimes we need a bit of distraction, so we have fun with GOP fashion choices.

Further, Melania sends political messages with her clothing.
So it is quite appropriate to discuss her clothing.

[ProfessorGAC]

6. M'Eh

Looking at the pic in post 4, I don't see much to criticize here.
It's a highly respectable outfit, there's a guy 20 feet behind her with no suitcoat, a lady to her left a couple rows back wearing bright green.
There's plenty about her I don't like. This is not one of them.

[hlthe2b]

9. Elderly get a pass on dress (bright colors) for funerals in my experience...

especially in small rural towns (and yes, I know this is Atlanta). But, I agree that Melania is wearing a very appropriate tailored coat dress (at least it appears from the photo) and that is not at all worthy of criticism. (But, I am no fan so, that might change if warranted... )

[Maru Kitteh]

49. It's a coat rather than a coat dress. I was raised to believe wearing your coat is rude

indoors unless you are intending to depart almost immediately upon arrival or it is very uncomfortably cold.

I think her message was she didn't want to be there, it's all below her and she can't wait to leave.

[llmart]

56. Do we know if she had something under the coat?

She may have had a "gig" she needed to get to.

[Joinfortmill]

71. We could take this and run with it, but it's not the forum for it.

[yardwork]

85. You're cracking me up!

[demmiblue]

12. While I don't think her outfit is in any way inappropriate for a funeral...

I do know she is very intentional about what she wears and the message it sends...

[yardwork]

51. I was thinking the same...

While I have zero sympathy for her, I imagine this was a challenging wardrobe decision. Her husband is very noisily running for president on a platform that casts Democrats as demons, basically. So just her going to the funeral presents challenges for his campaign. They must have decided it was better for her to go, but not wear black. Wearing black would align her too closely with the Carters and Democrats. So it was decided that she wear a tailored grey suit.

Meanly, I'm delighted that it wasn't very becoming on someone who cares only about her looks. Meow.

[Irish_Dem]

68. Good point. What message was she sending?

She didn't want to be there?
She wanted attention?

[Sane1]

13. That Coat

Her coat looks a lot like the ones worn by the palace guards of the wicked witch in "The Wizard of Oz"

[Sogo]

110. LOL!!

[haele]

14. Grey is an appropriate color at funerals for someone invited out of politeness.

There are other things to criticize her about, but I'm not sure a grey coat at a funeral for a person she doesn't know or is concerned about the associations with is one. She showed up and appears to be showing basic respect for the occasion.

Haele

[Hekate]

36. I agree

[Irish_Dem]

69. It is fair game as Melania is known for sending message with her clothing choices.

She is careful and deliberate with it.
She used to be a model you know.

[yardwork]

91. Does it look kind of Soviet to you?

Is it sending an authoritarian message, matching her husband's recent rhetoric?

Like you, I think Melania sends messages with her clothes.

At first I thought she just didn't care how she looked at this funeral, but as I look at it more it reminds me of photos of Stalin.

Maybe?

[Irish_Dem]

99. Putin thanking her for services rendered and reminding her of the mother ship back in Russia.

Nothing would surprise me with the Trumps.

[yardwork]

93. Soviet propaganda poster:

Note the belt.

[Irish_Dem]

100. Jebus all she needs is the hat and some medals.

She has to wait to get back to the Kremlin for those.

[ificandream]

15. At least she didn't bring Dopey with her.

[Hekate]

34. I believe he was specifically excluded

[Siwsan]

16. Melania is the antithesis of Rosalynn, Hillary, Michelle, Jill and Laura

One has to wonder if she recognizes how far out of their league she is.

[Laura PourMeADrink]

17. Missed this. Wheres Obama and Bush?

[2naSalit]

22. All the former First Ladies

Are in the front row together. Melanoma is on the far left, Michelle Obama nest to her, Bush, the Clintons, the president and First Lady...

Check post #4.

[Laura PourMeADrink]

35. Sorry dont see post #s on my phone. Meant Barack and George.

Just amazed neither is there ?

[milestogo]

64. Michelle drew the short stick, apparently.

[Irish_Dem]

76. Notice how Melania standing away from Michelle and more in the front of the other ladies.

[LiberalFighter]

19. I posted it to my FB after seeing your report. Hope more of it gets out.

[hatrack]

21. Could have been worse . . .

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=&w=1200

[LakeArenal]

27. Did you say Mrs. Frump?

[Hekate]

29. She's fine, people

[tritsofme]

30. It's hard to imagine caring about the clothes that women wears, but whatever floats your boat.

[Raven123]

32. Thank you. I feel the same.

[democrank]

31. I think of Rosalynn

then look at Melania. Perfect example of high and low.

[dflprincess]

33. Any word if the butterfly garden Mrs Carter

Asked be created at the White House survived Melania?

[Upthevibe]

37. I'm not going to criticize her

For what she's wearing....

[LisaM]

38. This service is not about Melania Trump. Please stop.

She was invited; she came to the event. She's participated, smiled and laughed about little jokes about Rosalynn. She is likely well aware that everyone there hates her or at best, dislikes her. And that includes me.

What would Rosalynn do?

I am guessing she wouldn't pile on someone at her funeral. I'll leave it there.

[Lunabell]

39. Before I saw the photo,

I thought she wore pasties, a thong and thigh high boots.

[JustABozoOnThisBus]

43. I thought she looked very festive in her bright Christmas colors ...

... of light gray and dark gray.

Just kidding. She acted respectful, standing and sitting at the right times with the rest of the audience. No complaints here. I'm just glad Donald didn't show up.

[lapfog_1]

101. until some other MAGAT is President

a thing I hope will never ever happen... Donald will never be invited to any gathering of the ex-Presidents.

It's a small club, and he ain't in it.

Melania apparently will be invited to some former first lady events, even though she was never a lady.

not to mention the warden won't let Donny dumdums out in any case.

[Carlitos Brigante]

44. Surprised she wasn't wearing the same outfit as Michelle Obama.... nt

[Polly Hennessey]

45. I saw the photo. It does look thick and heavy.

I wonder if she was warm or something.

[obamanut2012]

46. I loathe her, but she wore grey/brown tweed, she looks fine

She isn't there in a red minidress. What she wore is fine for a funeral.

[Srkdqltr]

47. Dosen't matter what she looks like or wears. People here will find fault.

People here are so good at it.

[dembotoz]

50. bingo...she was there, she did not have to go but she did

[Raven]

53. It's an election year, she had to be there.

[malaise]

73. THIS

😀

[Irish_Dem]

82. Exactly. How much did Trump have to pay her to attend?

She sure as hell did not do it for free, we know that.

Maybe that is why she wore the ill fitting and out of place coat.
FU.

[Emile]

52. At least she came with clothes on.

[Irish_Dem]

75. All of her body parts were covered which is a plus yes.

[roamer65]

103. +1000

[kimbutgar]

54. I just dislike her so much I couldn't resist making the comment

Sorry I offended anyone.

[yardwork]

88. I'm thoroughly enjoying this thread.

[kimbutgar]

96. You get it

Part of me feels bad and part of me feels mischievous with my post.

I have a bad habit of being mischievous in my life at times but not to hurt but to have fun.

[TheProle]

55. The bigger offense is the activity on the thread

when so many other topics that are important become symphonies of crickets.

[Irish_Dem]

77. US politics and world events are horrific and brutal.

We need to have a bit of fun and talk about GOP fashion mistakes.

[redqueen]

116. Then do it in the lounge

[Irish_Dem]

119. Not appropriate for the lounge. Melania sends political messages via clothing.

So we are 100% on topic.

[yardwork]

87. Celebrities dress for attention. They want to be discussed.

Melania chooses clothes to make statements, and she expects people to notice and discuss her clothing.

I think many folks on DU are much nicer, more serious people than Melania. You give her the benefit of the doubt and I love you all for that.

Now me, I'm not very nice, or serious. I'm curious what she meant by this clothing choice. Sure, that's getting down in the muck with her, but it's mildly entertaining.

[mahatmakanejeeves]

57. The people outraged at her appearance wouldn't happen to be the same people who went ballistic when

Obama was castigated for wearing a tan suit, would they?

[Irish_Dem]

78. Of course not. He was drop dead gorgeous and the suit fit perfectly.

Nothing to complain about whatsoever.

Melania and Trump on the other hand....

[Sanity Claws]

58. Looks like it was a black tweed

At least it wasn't I don't really care Do U? coat

[Irish_Dem]

79. Prolly written on the inside lining.

[Sky Jewels]

59. I can't believe she attended.

What a horrible, toxic, sociopath of a person she is. The Trump "family" is a fucking cesspool.

I will say this, though: At least this coat didn't say "I Really Don't Care, Do U?" on it.

[Irish_Dem]

80. I'm really surprised she attended as well.

She hates this kind of thing.
Public service and extending herself.

[pinkstarburst]

60. There is nothing wrong with what she is wearing

It is a neutral color, a conservative cut, and does nothing to call attention to her. If you dislike her for other reasons, that's fine, but I see nothing wrong with her choice of outfit here. If Michelle Obama had worn this, people would be saying what a lovely choice it was...

[tavernier]

62. She's been hitting the dumplings and strudel pretty hard.

Probably not but the coat isn’t flattering.
I finds her repulsive and phony and I’m certain she wasn’t there to represent America, but her coat is the least of her problems. I wouldn’t trade my life for hers plus 10 billion $$. She already involved one innocent life in her scheme. Fortunately she didn’t need to give him more kids.

[Aussie105]

65. I'm looking forward to the day when people say . . .

Melania? Who? Don't remember her.

Same for the thing she is married to, if they are still married.

Looking forward to the day when a thread like this gets zero replies.
May it be soon.

The Beast won't die if you keep mentioning It.

[Irish_Dem]

66. Narcissists always have to stand out. Especially in papped pictures.

It is not even an attractive outfit.

[bucolic_frolic]

84. Frightful

A middle-age debutant coat with belt to accentuate cleavage. It's long so it looks kind of frumpy.

[lanlady]

86. As a piece to wear to a funeral, I think the coat is okay

Except that the shape of it calls attention to the weight gain. Tubby Hubby must not be happy about that.

[Initech]

92. They shouldn't have invited her in the first place.

And no, MAGAs, she's not a hero, and she is a colossal piece of shit for her "look at me" moment. This is a fucking state funeral. Show some damn respect, oh wait, I forgot, you're incapable of that.

[onenote]

113. The "they" that decided Melania should be invited was Rosalynn herself.

And it is pretty offensive to criticize Rosalynn Carter for making decisions about who should or shouldn't attend her funeral.

[redqueen]

95. Ffs it seems like half the posts are just bashing her looks and fashion sense.

Seriously, wtf?

[LetMyPeopleVote]

97. Who is surprised by the lack of class by a former sex worker

Link to tweet

[redqueen]

111. "Who is surprised by the lack of class by a former sex worker"

Because sex workers have no class? Is that the intended implication?

[niyad]

102. I was reading some of the comments on one of the youtube clips.

Sadly, far too many of them were clearly from the reichwing bubble. All about how wonderful and elegant and gracious malaria is, and how fantastic TRAITOR** is, and how evil and ugly everyone else in the frint row is. I gave up after about two dozen.

[niyad]

104. Does anybody know where Presidents Obama and bush were?

[Kid Berwyn]

108. She's saving her black dress for a special occasion. NT

[kimbutgar]

109. Oh hell yes!

[Bluesaph]

112. Oh dear god!

She wore it so we’d talk about it. Every time we have to fall for their distractions.

[dalton99a]

114. Just a minor difference

[alcuno]

117. What an odd thing to care about. She looks fine for a funeral.

It's not like she is in deep mourning or anything like that.

[calimary]

123. Well, there's a certain decorum that's required.

Wearing anything OTHER than black to an important, solemn, and historic event like the funeral of a former First Lady, when everybody else was wearing black with MAYBE one or two exceptions far back in the pews toward the rear of the church - it's not like she didn't know or understand the gravity of the occasion. She just wanted to stand out. And I will remember, and resent her for that selfishness, as long as I draw breath. It's NOT like she didn't know or understand the protocol required of such a gathering that would be broadcast around the world, and involving individuals and personalities known across the globe.

As a former First Lady herself, it's ABSOLUTELY NOT like she didn't - or wouldn't - know or understand. She just had to stand out, and made sure it was REALLY obvious and impossible to miss.

Did your ego get enough of a boost that day, honey?

[bif]

120. What would you expect from Melanoma?