The King has been known to want to modernize the monarchy since his ascension to the throne.
King Charles has always embraced modernization in his royal duties. A man of humor and keen to maintain a lighthearted approach, he’s known for engaging in friendly banter with the public. A delightful example of this was during the recent state visit of Donald and Melania Trump to the UK. When welcoming the Trumps, King Charles made a warm and humorous impression on Melania Trump.
Earlier this year, in July, King Charles extended an invitation to Donald Trump, marking an unprecedented second state visit for a sitting U.S. President. This significant visit took place on September 16, when both Donald and Melania Trump arrived in the UK. Upon their arrival, they were warmly welcomed by members of the Royal Family, including King Charles himself.
During their visit, Donald Trump had several engaging moments with King Charles, while First Lady Melania had her own set of engagements with Queen Camilla and the ever-gracious Kate Middleton. The hospitality began with a cordial meeting initiated by Prince William and Kate before they met the king and queen.
King Charles has a reputation for stopping and chatting with everyday people—often lightening the mood with a dash of humor. A memorable instance from last year involved an impromptu chat with American tourists in Notting Hill, London. In the rainy weather, he charmingly apologized for their disrupted walk, joking, “You’re not getting too wet, I hope?”
King Charles’ Charming Joke to Melania
When it came to meeting dignitaries like Melania Trump at Windsor Castle, King Charles maintained his lighthearted demeanor. According to lip-reading analysis by Nicola Hickling, during their meeting, Melania amusedly responded to a witty remark by the King. With her distinctive wide-brimmed purple hat that partially obscured her face, King Charles quipped, “I do hope the wind doesn’t blow away your hat,” which brought laughter from Melania.
Melania’s choice of hats always sparks interest and conversation. Her selection of a hat for this occasion drew parallels with her previous elegant black hat worn back during her husband’s inauguration. On both occasions, her fashion picks stirred discussions.
The Strategic Style of Melania’s Hat
Fashion expert Marian Kwei believes that Melania’s fashion choices, especially her selection of a wide-brimmed hat, were deliberate. Analysts suggest that it symbolizes her intention to shift attention towards her husband’s political agenda during their UK visit, a theory Marian Kwei shared with the BBC. This stylish decision underscored her supportive role while making a bold fashion statement.
