Why did they dislike Melania Trump and her first official portrait in the status of the first lady of the United States and are the attacks of hayters justified? Let's compare 10 official images of the wives of American presidents.
Refined Jacqueline Kennedy, the radiant Michelle Obama, the gay Hilary Clinton, the cold Melania Trump. Consider portraits of the first lady of the US - a very fascinating activity, because they tell not only about the person, but also about the whole era.
Melania Trump (since 2017)
The official portrait of Melania Trump caused a real scandal. The public was outraged that Melania had put on a ring with a huge diamond, demonstrating the wealth of her family and thereby showing immodesty. In addition, many Internet users thought that the portrait of the first lady was subjected to too strong a correction of photoshop. On someone, the image of Melania made a depressing impression because of its unapproachable and cold look. In general, no matter how the current first lady tried to make a favorable impression on the public, while she is not very good at it.
Michelle Obama (2009 - 2017)
Michelle Obama was photographed for the official portrait twice. Her first portrait was criticized for the fact that Michelle put on an over-sleeveless dress. The next time she went to be photographed in a more strict attire. Now critics compare the portraits of Michel and Melania with might and main, extolling the impeccable taste of the previous hostess of the White House and emphasizing the arrogance of the present.
Laura Bush (2001 - 2009)
Laura Bush is a very nice woman who managed to soften the impression somewhat from the government of her unpopular spouse George W. Bush. She diligently engaged in charity and supported organizations advocating for women's rights. According to rumors, Laura has another merit - she cured her husband of alcoholism. For her official portrait Laura dressed rather modestly, and I want to add a few ornaments to her!
Hilary Clinton (1993 - 2001)
For a solid character and active political activity, First Lady Hilary Clinton was called "Iron Lady of America" and "Co-President". Many women's magazines accused her of lack of femininity and taste, but in her official portrait Hilary looks very good.
Barbara Bush (1989 - 1993)
The wife and mother of Presidents George Bush Sr. and George W. Bush became the first lady at a very respectable age, 64 years old. She did not like to be in the spotlight and dressed appropriately for the official portrait: a red jacket, a pearl necklace, massive earrings.
Nancy Reagan (1981 - 1989)
Nancy Reagan is the wife of the 40th US President Ronald Reagan. Before the marriage, she was a professional actress and starred in several Hollywood films. Interestingly, the official portraits of Nancy Reagan and Melania Trump are very similar: both women stand against the same window, and their blouses are decorated with bows. Perhaps Melania tried to hint at some similarities with Reagan, who, like the current first lady, was criticized and ridiculed by the press. She was even nicknamed "Lady-Velcro" for the fact that any accusations "sticked" to her for a long time and were not forgotten for years. In particular, she was accused of excessive love of luxury and beautiful clothes, in this they are similar with Melania!
Rosalyn Carter (1977 - 1981)
Rosalyn Carter - one of the most popular first lady of the United States, a favorite of the American people. On the official portrait, the image of Rosalyn is emphatically modest: a strict blue dress, lack of jewelry and a minimum of make-up. Politics, she was interested in much more than fashion: according to her, every minute spent at the White House, she gave her pleasure.
Betty Ford (1974 - 1977)
Betty Ford and her husband Gerald Ford became famous as one of the most open family couples of the White House: they were not shy to show tender feelings to each other in public. However, Betty Ford for 20 years suffered from alcoholism, but this did not prevent her from surviving to 93 years. Betty loved to dress well and paid a lot of attention to accessories. In the portrait, she looks rather modest, but very stylish.
Pat Nixon (1969 - 1974)
Pat Nixon is the wife of American President Richard Nixon. The first lady recalled that Nixon had made her an offer on her first date. Their marriage was very strong. Pat accompanied her husband everywhere, even in Vietnam during the hostilities. At the same time, the president's wife liked to dress luxuriously. In her official portrait, she appears in a magnificent shiny dress and a massive pearl necklace. Real princess!
Claudia Johnson (Lady Bird) (1963 - 1969)
Claudia "Lady Bird" Johnson is the wife of Lyndon Johnson, 36th President of the United States. In her official portrait, she appears in the yellow dress of the authorship of John Moore. This attire Lady Bird put on the inauguration of her husband, which took place under very tragic circumstances - immediately after the assassination of the previous president, John F. Kennedy. The dress symbolizes restrained optimism and hopes for change for the better.
Jacqueline Kennedy (1961 - 1963)
To date, Jacqueline Kennedy remains the most famous, the most beautiful and the most stylish first lady of the United States . Jacqueline is the wife of the tragically dead President John F. Kennedy. She became the embodiment of female beauty and grace, as well as incredible courage and strength of mind. Her official portrait was made by portrait painter Aaron Scicler. By the way, Jacqueline Kennedy adored to dress beautifully, but no one criticized her for it. Melania Trump was less fortunate.