How Queen Camilla returned a fashion favour to Melania Trump
Queen Camilla wore a bold fuchsia Fiona Clare gown at a White House state banquet, seen as a gesture of solidarity with Melania Trump, who faced criticism for her bright yellow dress during a previous royal event. The fashion choice mirrored Trump’s controversial look, balancing diplomacy with style. Camilla paired the outfit with historic amethyst jewelry and her signature clear umbrella, while Melania opted for a softer pink Dior gown. Both women exchanged gifts, including a British-designed brooch and monogrammed teaspoons.
- ▪Queen Camilla wore a fuchsia Fiona Clare dress to a White House state banquet, echoing Melania Trump’s brightly colored gown from a 2025 event at Windsor Castle.
- ▪Melania Trump’s canary-yellow Carolina Herrera dress drew criticism last year for being inappropriate for a formal state occasion.
- ▪Camilla accessorized with the Kent Amethyst necklace and earrings, dating back to Queen Victoria’s era, but chose not to wear a tiara at the dinner.
- ▪She carried a £25 clear plastic umbrella with black trim, a nod to Queen Elizabeth II’s iconic rainy-day accessory.
- ▪The two exchanged gifts, with Melania receiving a brooch by British designer Fiona Rae and Camilla accepting monogrammed Tiffany & Co. teaspoons.
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