Long after the inauguration, as the Trump administration climbs through the gears, still Melania draws attention away from the bullish politics of her husband with her choice of outfits. For example, a recent speech by President Trump at Congress saw Melania appear in a sequin-covered wool dinner jacket and skirt. Again, Twitter users took it upon themselves to lavish praise or raise eyebrows on the First Lady. For some, the outfit - worth a combined total of around $10,000, was too flashy for a congressional speech, while others praised the look, describing it as "gorgeous", "elegant" and "tasteful".
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