President of the United States Donald Trump, 72, and First Lady Melania Trump, 47, touched down at Stansted Airport yesterday to begin a three-day tour of the UK. The First lady looked beautiful as she stepped off Air Force Once in a figure-hugging taupe dress with an orange belt and nude heels. Donald and Melania were welcomed by an RAF Guard of Honour when they landed in Britain. The couple are staying at Winfield House, the residence of the ambassador to the United States, and ancestral home of Winston Churchill. Later in the evening, the Marine One helicopter flew the Trumps to Blenheim Palace for dinner with Prime Minister Theresa May, her husband Philip and other politicians. Melania Trump looked incredible in an off the shoulder yellow gown with cape detail for the event. Look through this gallery to see all the pictures of Melania Trump on her UK visit. Pictures will also show Donald and Melania meeting the Queen at Windsor Castle later in day.<doc-sep>As the First Lady and President Trump arrived in London for their first official visit, Melania Trump looked every bit the part of a first lady - dressed in an outfit and manner that was undeniably presidential. For the occasion, Trump chose a nude dress designed by French designer Roland Mouret and accented with a red belt, which matched her husband’s signature red tie. She completed the outfit with a pair of nude Louboutin heels. Recommended How US first ladies have coped with the pressures of the role The demure outfit was a fitting choice for the First Lady’s trip to England - not only because of the recent controversies surrounding her outfit choices but because of the designer’s link to the country. Following the backlash over her decision to wear a Zara jacket emblazoned with “I Don’t Care, Do U?” while visiting migrant children separated from their parents at the border, it seems likely the First Lady realised just how much importance is placed on her appearance during public outings - and adjusted accordingly. Of her makeover, celebrity stylist and fashion expert Alex Longmore told The Independent: “I think she is donning such a sophisticated look because she deems England to be just that and she has gone down the conservative route.” Trump’s outfit choice may also be an acknowledgement and olive branch of sorts to England and the royal family. The First Lady wore a nude dress for the visit (EPA) (AFP/Getty Images (AFP/Getty Images) Earlier this week, Meghan Markle set out on an international trip as well - accompanying her husband Prince Harry to Ireland on their first official tour of duty. The Duchess of Sussex, whose style is well-known as being both appropriate and enviable, wore a Roland Mouret dress - similar to the one worn by Trump just days later. Meghan Markle in Roland Mouret (Getty) While the dress choice could be a similarity, Longmore thinks Trump’s choice may have been influenced in part by the Duchess. Calling it an “extraordinary coincidence,” Longmore said: “I think [Melania] has probably looked to the young royals for fashion inspiration or her stylist has as she knows that Kate and Meghan get it just right.” Emily Gordon-Smith, head of fashion at trends company Stylus, agreed - telling us Trump’s First Lady look is clearly inspired by the Meghan Markle effect. Melania and President Trump arrived in London (Getty Images) As for why the subtle shift in appearance, Gordon-Smith thinks the First Lady’s decision may be because “being royal-ready is potentially Melania’s priority - or maybe it’s about blending into the background given the weekend’s planned protests surrounding the visit." Never mind the men who would be President – who wants to be First Lady? Show all 5 1 /5 Never mind the men who would be President – who wants to be First Lady? Never mind the men who would be President – who wants to be First Lady? IA3-29-wife-main.jpg Getty Images Never mind the men who would be President – who wants to be First Lady? IA3-29-wife-2.jpg Getty Images Never mind the men who would be President – who wants to be First Lady? IA3-29-Wife-3.jpg Getty Images Never mind the men who would be President – who wants to be First Lady? IA3-29-wife-4.jpg Reuters Never mind the men who would be President – who wants to be First Lady? IA3-29-wife-5.jpg Reuters Whether her intention is to blend in or simply present a polished and appropriate look for the trip, the First Lady’s outfit choice has reflected her desire to maintain a professional tone. Aware now how her clothing can be interpreted, Melania Trump is controlling the narrative around her outfit choices and following in the footsteps of past First Ladies, who have blended their own styles with the important role. And, as Longmore said, “sophistication suits her.”<doc-sep>Getty Images Melania Trump decided to champion a British brand as she met with the Chelsea Pensioners in London this morning. The first lady – who is currently in the UK with her husband on a controversial four-day visit – chose a colourful dress designed by Victoria Beckham for the occasion. Her decision to wear the brand comes one day after choosing another British-based label (and one of the Duchess of Sussex's favourite designers), Roland Mouret, for her arrival in the UK. Although she didn't wear British for the dinner at Blenheim Palace - instead opting for a caped, yellow J Mendel gown (which drew comparisons to an imprisoned Disney princess) - she does appear to be practising better fashion diplomacy than usual. The first lady has been widely criticised for her outfit choices on numerous occasions since her husband was elected, although two events stand out in particular. In October, Trump was attacked for wearing an overtly glamorous ensemble (complete with stilettos and oversized sunglasses) to visit victims of Puerto Rico's Hurricane Maria and, more recently, for wearing a jacket that read "I really don't care, do you?" to visit a child migrant detention centre. Although it is impossible to know if she has taken the criticism on board, her move to champion a British designer while in the UK does suggest that perhaps she does now understand the impact she can have with her clothing choices. Getty What is most likely is that Trump bought the dress herself and was not officially dressed by Beckham. When the first lady wore the British designer's pieces previously, Beckham openly stressed that she had not lent Trump a sample and that the first lady had bought it herself. "With regards to the first lady, she did wear something of mine the other day," Beckham reportedly said when speaking at a Vogue panel. "She bought it from the shop." Many designers have spoken out against Trump wearing their label - including Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Zac Posen and Derek Lam - but there's not much they can do should she decide to buy their clothes with her own money. This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io<doc-sep>
Melania Trump arrives at Royal Hospital Chelsea Melania Trump, 48, toured Royal Hospital Chelsea this morning for day two of the Trump’s UK visit. She was in the London borough to meet with British Army veterans, known as the Chelsea Pensioners. Accompanied by Theresa May’s husband Philip, Melania looked glowing in bold stripy dress. While their spouses are embroiled in political talks, Philip is keeping Melania company, with a spouses itinerary planned for the twosome. The two seemed to be getting along just fine as they arrived to meet the veterans this morning. Melania Trump: First Lady wore a striped dress for second day of UK visit with Philip May The First Lady opted for a tailored striped midi dress, reminiscent of a Piet Mondrian painting. Colours on the bright dress included burgundy, cream, orange and navy blue, a bold choice for the First Lady. The floating dress came to just below her knees, with the stripes floating out from the waist and swirling around her in the breeze. Cinched in at the waist it showed off her model frame, also being tight-fitted around the bust. A demure touch, the sleeveless dress also featured a high neckline. Melania wore a bold-coloured striped dress for her visit into London Melania Trump: The best pictures of the US First Lady's UK visit Mon, July 16, 2018 Melania Trump during her three-day UK visit with husband Donald Trump. Play slideshow PA 1 of 36 Melania Trump's UK visit in pictures Melania was being accompanied by Theresa May's husband, Philip Melania is a fan of the mid-length floating dress, often spotted wearing the style Melania Trump tries out bowls during state visit Accentuating her model figure even more, Melania wore a sky-high pair of nude Christian Louboutin heels, with the signature red sole visible as she walked. She kept her makeup natural and understated, wearing her hair loose and down with flicks framing her face. The 48-year-old looked cheery as she made her way into the building with Theresa’s husband Philip, who was also dressed up for the occasion in a navy blue suit. The two are keeping each other company while their spouses are conducting serious political talks. Melania stepped out in central London at around the same time the Baby Trump blimp was launched, no doubt being able to see it in the sky. Melania and Philip were keeping each other company, while their spouses were engaged Once inside, Melania was greeted by school children and British army veterans Melania and Philip chatted with veterans, known as the Chelsea Pensioners