Fashion diplomacy: China’s first lady and seven other stateswomen who won the world with style
Melania Trump, Peng Liyuan, Kate Middleton, Charlene Lynette Wittstock, Michelle Obama, Carla Bruni Sarkozy, Samantha Cameron and Jetsun Pema have captured our hearts with their graceful airs and fashion sense
Head of states might be calling the shots when it comes to politics, however, it’s the first ladies who win the world over with grace and style. As China’s First Lady Peng Liyuan’s impeccable looks stole the spotlight at the much anticipated Xi-Trump summit this week, we take a look at some of the most stylish stateswomen of our times.
Peng Liyuan, First Lady of China
Every appearance of the First Lady of China not only catches the eye of the media but also the fashion world. Peng Liyuan does not disappoint the crowd with her always elegant and dignified style, created by her choice of local designer brands and some of her signature pieces, such as modernised Chinese qipao and tailored jackets.
Melania Trump, First Lady of the United States
In the recently launched official portrait, the new First Lady of US chose to wear an all-black Dolce & Gabbana jacket to debut her political style. But it is yet too soon to define her style as her role evolves from a former model, a mother of one and the wife of a billionaire to the FLOTUS, especially amid the controversy of fashion designers’ refusal to dress the former model.
Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge
The Duchess’ every move has been under the limelight since her engagement with the world’s most prominent prince and his royal family, so has her every look. She has been judged as having a similar style to that of the beloved Princess Diana, but true or not, the Duchess has impressed the world with her remarkable sartorial elegance.
