This Saturday the funeral of the Papa Francisco And, as in any event of these characteristics, there is a strict protocol to respect: mourning. Who broke it was Donald Trumpwhich was not dressed in black, but with a blue suit.
Trump broke the clothing protocol at the Pope’s funeral
The funeral of Papa Franciscoloaded with solemnity and following the strictest protocol standards, it was a historical farewell that brought together presidents, kings and representatives around the world.
However, an unexpected image stole the attention of international cameras: the president of States Joined, Donald Trumpbroke the traditional clothing code.
While the Vatican label demands cooked rigorous For men – that is, black suit, white shirt and dark tie – Trump appeared at the ceremony wearing a blue suit, something that significantly contrasted with the sobriety of the rest of the attendees.
Donald and Melania Trump at the funeral of Pope FrancisAntonio Masiello
The slip did not go unnoticed in media and social networks, where images circulated quickly, generating divided opinions.
Most of the leaders present, from European monarchs to president Latin Americancomplied with strict label standards. Diplomats, ministers and figures of the clergy also dressed properly, respecting the solemn environment of the act. The prelates, meanwhile, used black or dark purple liturgical habits, reinforcing the grief tone that the ceremony wrapped.
Pope Francis’s funeral: Donald Trump’s gesture
Trump’s gesture highlighted as a discordant note in an event designed for the reflectionthe unit and the I respect Towards the Argentine pontiff, who left a deep mark on the modern history of the Catholic Church.
Despite this incident, the ceremony passed with the expected emotion, between prayers, songs and silent tributes by the attendees.
Pope Francis’s funeral: Melania Trump’s clothing
The presence of Melania Trump At the funeral of Pope Francis, held this Saturday at the Plaza of San Pedroit did not go unnoticed. The first lady of the United States attended the solemn ceremony, although her choice of costumes unleashed an intense debate in social media and networks due to an apparent violation of the strict Vatican protocol.
Melania opted for an elegant coat dress negro Classical button, accompanied by a dark veil on the head, lace gloves and fine -cut -heeled shoes, all in the mourning tone required.
However, it was the absence of medias black – a mandatory element in this type of acts considered – which generated criticism. According to the traditional rules of the Vaticanwomen must dress in a sober and complete way: long black dress, long sleeves, dark mantilla and opaque black stockings or smoke color, as a symbol of respect and duel.
Although his outfit in general respected the essence of protocolthat little detail was interpreted by some observers as a lack of consideration towards the solemnity of the moment and the centenary tradition that governs the papal funerals. Tag and ceremonial analysts in Europe pointed out that, in acts of this magnitude, respect for formal norms is as important as the political message of presence itself.
