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From Supermodel to Stateswoman: Behind Ivanka's 'Serious' Israel Clothes
Trump's First Daughter Ivanka Trump makes strategic wardrobe choices during her Israel visit, combining diplomacy with style at the Western Wall and Hostages Square rally in Tel Aviv.
Ivanka Trump, daughter of US President Donald Trump, arrived in Israel for a brief, high-profile visit to pray at the Western Wall and address a rally at Hostages Square, consciously selecting attire that conveyed respect, seriousness, and luxury without excessive flash.
The visit, which precedes her father Donald Trump’s highly anticipated short visit, saw Ivanka Trump, married to Jared Kushner, who was instrumental in brokering the latest hostage-release deal between Israel and Hamas, making an unplanned yet impactful appearance.
Addressing the Rally in Tel Aviv
On Saturday evening, Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner, along with Steve Witkoff, were warmly received by crowds at the Hostages Square rally in Tel Aviv, where she delivered an emotional address.
Dressed in a sharp black suit with a narrow, matching black belt, she addressed the families and the nation:
"Tonight, as we stand here together in Tel Aviv, we honor the strength of every family waiting, praying, and believing. Over the past two years, the President, myself, Steve, Jared, and many others, have met these unbelievable people, truly amazing people, and I am in awe of their strength and their faith, despite all their suffering."
She conveyed a message from her father, stating:
"The President asked me to share, as he has already told many of you personally, that he sees you, he hears you, and he stands with you. Always. Always."
Trump emphasized the significance of the hostages’ return, calling it "not just a moment of coming home and relief, it is a victory of faith, of courage, and of shared humanity." She concluded by praying for "a week of healing for all of you" and for the next chapter to bring "true and stable peace."
A Moment of Prayer at the Western Wall
Prior to the start of Shabbat, Trump visited the Western Wall, sharing a photo of the moment on her Instagram account. For this sacred stop, she wore a black dress adorned with a white polka-dot pattern, featuring elbow-length sleeves and a black belt, a modest and elegant choice fitting the location. She captioned the photo simply with a red heart and praying hands emojis, which quickly garnered close to 130,000 likes and numerous supportive comments.
The Power of Conservative Chic
Ivanka Trump, who converted to Judaism before her marriage and adopted the Hebrew name "Yael," has long been recognized for her carefully curated public image. Her style, a fusion of her former modeling career, sharp business acumen, and approachability, is defined by its ability to adapt to complex circumstances without overshadowing the core message.
Her current wardrobe in Israel underscores this strategy: a dignified, conservative, and luxurious style that acknowledges the serious and sensitive context of her visit, maintaining focus on the critical issues of the hostages and the pursuit of peace. In her own words on a separate post, she noted that she would not
"truly celebrate until all the hostages are back and there is peace," holding onto the hope that "one day we will dance again, and maybe even dance together."