Melania Trump Hosts Chinese President for Tea at the White House

First Lady Melania Trump embraced a military-inspired aesthetic as she welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, for tea in the White House’s Red Room. It was quite an event.

To bid farewell to the Chinese leader, Mrs. Trump donned an Annabeth Grain de Poudre jacket in Icon Navy from Ralph Lauren, complemented by matching flared trousers. The jacket, interestingly enough, is priced at $1,950.

She completed the look with a navy leather belt and navy suede Manolo Blahnik heels, which retail for about $895. Quite the fashion statement, isn’t it?

During this diplomatic tea ceremony, Mrs. Trump and Peng Liyuan exhibited a friendly camaraderie, which, perhaps, is what these high-profile meetings are about. President Trump was hosting President Xi for tea before the two leaders made their way to the National Archives, marking the conclusion of Xi’s three-day state visit to Washington.

It’s worth noting that the atmosphere was somewhat ceremonial, perhaps even a bit heavy on formalities, while not making any significant announcements. There have been whispers about President Trump’s focus being elsewhere, which casts a slight shadow on the proceedings. It’s fascinating how much these moments can seem grand yet be wrapped in layers of nuance.

As the four dignitaries strolled through the halls of the National Archives, they had a chance to witness documents that hold great importance in the U.S.-China relationship, which seems to be a fitting conclusion to their discussions.