Since the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States on January 20, the whole world has had to acknowledge the big difference between the current Mrs. Melania Trump and 8 years ago.
She clearly shows confidence, independence and makes a strong impression, showing that she is someone who knows what she wants and how to achieve it.
During her first term as First Lady , she kept a low profile, spending her time as Trump’s wife and Barron’s mother.
But now, as Gen Z heads off to college, she has more time to focus on projects she loves and is ready to embrace the responsibilities that come with being one of the most recognizable women on the planet.
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| Melania Trump made a clearer mark on her second return to the White House. |
Close staff believe that in her second return to the White House, Mrs. Melania is ready to conquer the world.
“She has always acted, but now she is more free to make statements. She is a different person than she was eight years ago and has always been true to herself. This time, it feels like a different energy with the new people surrounding the president,” Regine Mahaux, Melania’s personal photographer, told Hello ! magazine .
What is worth learning from Melania, Mahaux said, is her ability to project an image of a woman who is assertive, warm, and content with her place in marriage and family.
She has always prioritized Mr. Trump and her son, while skillfully navigating the role of first lady.
“She is always in the right place. She is always behind her husband. He is in the light, she doesn’t need that light. She is good at being number two. Her husband is always first and I appreciate that. She has strong family values, is a good wife and makes sure the other members are happy,” the Belgian-born artist commented.
Meanwhile, stylist and designer Hervé Pierre, who created Melania’s revenge dress, revealed that despite her cold and distant appearance, Melania is always friendly with staff, friends and loved ones.
“When I first started working for Mrs. Trump, I was getting my clothes ready for fitting and I saw her packing her shoes. I immediately said she couldn’t do that, that was my job. She said, ‘I always pack myself so I know what’s in my luggage.’ She also made coffee for everyone. So if you have an image of a woman surrounded by servants and maids, you’re wrong,” Pierre said.
According to Hello!, the former model represents the role model of a hard worker.
She wakes up at 6am, is ready for work by 6:30am, and often works until midnight or 1am the next morning.
She is also thoughtful and intelligent, which is essential for working with others.
“Mrs. Trump has always shown pride in her beliefs and an unwavering confidence when speaking about topics she knows deeply or has researched thoroughly. An inquisitive and thoughtful individual, she values listening and learning from others when a topic or history is unfamiliar to her. She understands the power of listening – an often overlooked but crucial trait of a strong leader. Some people underestimate her confidence, but it is always there, rooted in her sense of self and purpose,” said Melania’s interior designer, Tham Kannalikham.
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| Those close to her believe that being content with her position and using soft power are the keys to Melania’s rise to fame. Photo: Getty Images. |
Regine Mahaux believes that the marriage between Mrs. Melania and Mr. Trump can last to the 20-year mark, and is stronger than ever, the key lies in the woman.
According to the photographer, Mrs. Melania is a strong woman who knows how to overcome adversity with gentleness.
“She’s really good at balancing her husband. Sometimes I wonder how she has the courage to continue. They’ve been through so much. She’s really devoted. She loves him and he loves her,” Mahaux stressed.