Forget jet black and classic white. The wives of the world’s most powerful women are being seen in another hue — one that was earlier probably just a shade that belonged to flowers and candy canes. From Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle to Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton, wife of French prez Brigitte Macron to US First Lady Melania Trump, they’re wearing a light, delicate shade of pink. Called ‘passenger seat pink’, this is what they’re sporting on official engagements and well, it’s more than just for its pretty visual value. As per a report, the shade is said to be their way to appear subtle and demure in front of their famous spouses. A magazine has even called ‘passenger seat pink’, a ‘preference for the feminine hue may act as a subtle assurance that traditional power dynamics are still in place’.
WHEN THEY WORE IT
The colour is about being official and making a statement, yet doing so while taking a step back. In all the public instances concerning royalty and politicos thus far, the light hue was worn in the presence of the male partner during an important event or in circumstance. It was meant to make presence felt, albeit an understated one. Here’s when politicos and royals wore it...
Topping the list is Meghan Markle, who has worn the hue thrice since she took on official duties as the Duchess of Sussex, after her wedding. Meghan chose a pale blush dress for a Buckingham Palace Garden Party, she was seen in a similar hued designer dress for her first Trooping the Colour post her honeymoon and donned a pretty pink dress last week for the Queen’s Young Leaders Awards Ceremony.
Queen Rania of Jordan was dressed in the shade of pink last week, when she and husband King Abdullah II of Jordan paid an official visit to Washington.
US First Lady Melania Trump also chose a similar pink to welcome the Jordanian royals to the White House. The pictures of the two ladies opting to have worn pale pink, went viral instantly.
Earlier in May this year, Brigitte Macron, wife of French president Emmanuel Macron, wore a coat in the shade with her denims as she posed with her famous husband during the country’s Music Day at the Elysee Palace in Paris.
LOVE THE SHADE? HERE ARE 5 WAYS TO POWER DRESS IN THE LOOK
1) Go with a suit: Hillary Clinton is one of the best examples of this. She rocked a pantsuit through her election run-up and it’s regarded as one of the most formal fashion fads of late. Pick up a pale pink pantsuit.
Wear it with a neutral shade shirt and your pumps.
2) Shirt: Wear a blush pink shirt under a waistcoat or just on its own with plain or plaid pants or a pencil skirt. The best part is, it works with every skin tone.
3) Jewellery: Opt for a single string of pink pearls over your white shirt or blouse. You can also have a pink baubled bracelet to go with the look.
4) Shoes and bag: Heels or pumps in light pink work well with greys and whites. Team it with a simple, compact bag to match.
5) Keep the look minimal: Remember, this is a low-key hue so keep the make-up to a minimum. Use just a pale blush and eyeliner with a touch of gloss. Bright lipsticks are a no-no for sure.
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