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Chinese Aesthetics Abound at Washington Summit, From Mao Suits to Peony Trousers

Xi and senior Chinese officials wore black Mao suits as Peng Liyuan chose a patriotic red gown, underscoring fashion as diplomatic signaling.

Summary by South China Morning Post
While Peng Liyuan has long championed Chinese fashion, this time both delegations took inspiration from traditional designs.

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연합뉴스-Yonhap News Agency연합뉴스-Yonhap News Agency
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[US-China Summit] China’s Costume Diplomacy Featuring Mao Suits… "Melania and Ivanka Also Wear Chinese-Style Outfits"

(Beijing=Yonhap News) Correspondent Kim Hyun-jung = Chinese delegation attracts attention by showcasing traditional costumes with historical significance on the way to Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to the United States...

·Seoul, Korea (the Republic of)
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VogueVogue
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Melania Trump, Peng Liyuan, and Two Very Different Takes on First Lady Style

As the Chinese First Lady returned to Washington for the first time in more than a decade, two wardrobes offered very different ideas about fashion and diplomacy.

·New York, United States
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USA TodayUSA Today
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Melania Trump's unusual state dinner look nodded to Chinese culture

For the dinner honoring China's president, Melania Trump decided against a traditional gown and opted for a pair of Dolce & Gabbana pants.

·New York, United States
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South China Morning PostSouth China Morning Post
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Chinese aesthetics abound at Washington summit, from Mao suits to peony trousers

While Peng Liyuan has long championed Chinese fashion, this time both delegations took inspiration from traditional designs.

·Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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The Washington PostThe Washington Post
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Column | First ladies Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan dress for different roles at state dinner

Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan are a picture of modernity and tradition at the U.S.-China state dinner.

·Washington, United States
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ANSAANSA
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First Lady Melania and Peng Steal the Scene at the White House State Dinner

White blouse and black brocade trousers against long red dress with long sleeves (ANSA)

·Rome, Italy
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ANSA broke the news in Rome, Italy on Friday, September 25, 2026.
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