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I think Usha’s husband is such a cheapskate misogynist that he hasn’t cracked his decrepit wallet open to pay for a stylist, makeup/hair, and help. This is the guy who doesn’t take his kids to his church, he brings his non-Catholic to wangle *her* kids.

I can’t think of any modern First or Second Lady who didn’t look like they had professional help at least some of the time (Jill wasn’t going to Saks herself for all those Oscar de la Renta dresses).

I’m not an Usha apologist, but I wonder how she’d look if she had professional help. Lots of stylists in the area know how to dress political wives.

Does the president and VP get funding to help pay for first lady and VP spouse official event clothing or do they pay on their own? For the Trumps that probably isn't an issue but for others it would be expensive.

Really? I am probably upper end of middle class, average by DCUM standards, but if I had a public facing event I can afford a stylist for at least a consultation or a few visits. And I’m sure there are some Mormont/Utah girl brands that would love to dress the VP’s wife for PR on international trips. It won’t be high end like Melanie, but really she just needs someone to help her choose silhouettes, tailor appropriately and style outfits instead of just wear them.

I realize DC is not particularly stylish, but in general, if you get a new, higher profile job, you dress appropriately. If she is doing events with her husband representing the United States, that’s literally her job - looking good - similar to Kate Middleton. Particularly when she is a part of the GOP - a party that prioritizes traditional values. Part and parcel of the gig.

Yes, we're all well aware. And happily - she does look good and is representing the U.S. in a completely appropriate way. Cheers!

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I think Usha’s husband is such a cheapskate misogynist that he hasn’t cracked his decrepit wallet open to pay for a stylist, makeup/hair, and help. This is the guy who doesn’t take his kids to his church, he brings his non-Catholic to wangle *her* kids.

I can’t think of any modern First or Second Lady who didn’t look like they had professional help at least some of the time (Jill wasn’t going to Saks herself for all those Oscar de la Renta dresses).

I’m not an Usha apologist, but I wonder how she’d look if she had professional help. Lots of stylists in the area know how to dress political wives.

Does the president and VP get funding to help pay for first lady and VP spouse official event clothing or do they pay on their own? For the Trumps that probably isn't an issue but for others it would be expensive.

Really? I am probably upper end of middle class, average by DCUM standards, but if I had a public facing event I can afford a stylist for at least a consultation or a few visits. And I’m sure there are some Mormont/Utah girl brands that would love to dress the VP’s wife for PR on international trips. It won’t be high end like Melanie, but really she just needs someone to help her choose silhouettes, tailor appropriately and style outfits instead of just wear them.

I realize DC is not particularly stylish, but in general, if you get a new, higher profile job, you dress appropriately. If she is doing events with her husband representing the United States, that’s literally her job - looking good - similar to Kate Middleton. Particularly when she is a part of the GOP - a party that prioritizes traditional values. Part and parcel of the gig.

Yes, we're all well aware. And happily - she does look good and is representing the U.S. in a completely appropriate way. Cheers!

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Anonymous wrote:I’m Gen X and didn’t get the picture reference. Is that Rachel Griffiths?

Also Gen X and have no idea.

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I think Usha’s husband is such a cheapskate misogynist that he hasn’t cracked his decrepit wallet open to pay for a stylist, makeup/hair, and help. This is the guy who doesn’t take his kids to his church, he brings his non-Catholic to wangle *her* kids.

I can’t think of any modern First or Second Lady who didn’t look like they had professional help at least some of the time (Jill wasn’t going to Saks herself for all those Oscar de la Renta dresses).

I’m not an Usha apologist, but I wonder how she’d look if she had professional help. Lots of stylists in the area know how to dress political wives.

Yes! That is all anyone has said, myself included. I think she would be pretty with help.

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Anonymous wrote:I don’t get all the hate for Usha. She looks completely fine and normal. Never sloppy and disheveled, as accused here. Her dresses are conservative and albeit a bit boring and not high fashion. But I bet she still looks better than most of you

NP to this conversation. I'm Indian-American.

I think a lot of frustration you're hearing from other Indian-Americans is that the gushing over Usha we're hearing from a lot of white people is reminiscent of the "Indian girls are all pretty because they are exotic" BS we've heard all of our lives. Personally, I think Usha has somewhat above-average looks, but she does very little to enhance them. Some of her choices make her look worse, and most are aging. To me, though I utterly hate him and the administration, she looks best when she's gazing at JD because she genuinely always appears smitten by him.

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I think Usha’s husband is such a cheapskate misogynist that he hasn’t cracked his decrepit wallet open to pay for a stylist, makeup/hair, and help. This is the guy who doesn’t take his kids to his church, he brings his non-Catholic to wangle *her* kids.

I can’t think of any modern First or Second Lady who didn’t look like they had professional help at least some of the time (Jill wasn’t going to Saks herself for all those Oscar de la Renta dresses).

I’m not an Usha apologist, but I wonder how she’d look if she had professional help. Lots of stylists in the area know how to dress political wives.

Does the president and VP get funding to help pay for first lady and VP spouse official event clothing or do they pay on their own? For the Trumps that probably isn't an issue but for others it would be expensive.

Really? I am probably upper end of middle class, average by DCUM standards, but if I had a public facing event I can afford a stylist for at least a consultation or a few visits. And I’m sure there are some Mormont/Utah girl brands that would love to dress the VP’s wife for PR on international trips. It won’t be high end like Melanie, but really she just needs someone to help her choose silhouettes, tailor appropriately and style outfits instead of just wear them.

I realize DC is not particularly stylish, but in general, if you get a new, higher profile job, you dress appropriately. If she is doing events with her husband representing the United States, that’s literally her job - looking good - similar to Kate Middleton. Particularly when she is a part of the GOP - a party that prioritizes traditional values. Part and parcel of the gig.

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Anonymous wrote:Vanky with her Mormon curls and an LWD can be found here:
https://www.hola.com/us/celebrities/20250214814379/ivanka-trump-valentines-day-arabella/

Same coats as the weird photo wearing coats inside the Oval?

Anonymous wrote:I’m Gen X and didn’t get the picture reference. Is that Rachel Griffiths?

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Anonymous wrote:https://www.instagram.com/melaniatrumpstyle/p/DGEfNExubO_/

Darn it. Mel in a very nice Red Dress for V-day. Weird hair though.

How does she keep the heels from sinking into the grass? Does that basically require putting all your weight on the toes?

I’m sure she has clear heel protectors.

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Anonymous wrote:https://www.instagram.com/melaniatrumpstyle/p/DGEfNExubO_/

Darn it. Mel in a very nice Red Dress for V-day. Weird hair though.

How does she keep the heels from sinking into the grass? Does that basically require putting all your weight on the toes?

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Anonymous wrote:https://www.instagram.com/melaniatrumpstyle/p/DGEfNExubO_/

Darn it. Mel in a very nice Red Dress for V-day. Weird hair though.

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I think Usha’s husband is such a cheapskate misogynist that he hasn’t cracked his decrepit wallet open to pay for a stylist, makeup/hair, and help. This is the guy who doesn’t take his kids to his church, he brings his non-Catholic to wangle *her* kids.

I can’t think of any modern First or Second Lady who didn’t look like they had professional help at least some of the time (Jill wasn’t going to Saks herself for all those Oscar de la Renta dresses).

I’m not an Usha apologist, but I wonder how she’d look if she had professional help. Lots of stylists in the area know how to dress political wives.