The funeral of Papa Francisco He brought together more than 250,000 people in the Plaza de San Pedro, including leaders such as Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer, Volodimir Zelenski and the president Donald Trump accompanied by his wife, Melania Trump.
While most opted for traditional black clothes as a sign of mourning, it was the look of the first lady who captured all eyes.
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The look that reaffirmed its elegance
Melania Trumpfaithful to his refined style, he chose a totally black set of Dolce & Gabbana: A light double button wool coat, Chantilly lace gloves and a Georgette silk mantilla, also with lace edge.
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A carefully selected outfit that not only respected the protocol, but also evidenced its connection with the Catholic tradition, since Melania was raised in a country with 74% of the Catholic population.
According to the photographer Régine Mahauxwho has worked with Melania in official portraits, “she has always had a special relationship with Dolce & Gabbana. He is a faithful person and chooses her pieces with a deep respect for cultural symbolism.”
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A long relationship with Dolce & Gabbana
It is not the first time that Melania resorts to Dolce & Gabbana for moments of high profile. Already during his visit to the Vatican in 2017, he had opted for a similar outfit of the same Italian house. In addition, in his official portrait of 2025, he also wore a design of the firm, consolidating his affinity with designers Domenico Dolce y Stefano Gabbana.
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