Ivanka Trump found herself in hot water after her Lunar New Year look raised eyebrows online. The 44-year-old former advisor shared photos of herself in a cream-colored suit paired with oversized diamond earrings, wishing her followers a happy New Year.
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But eagle-eyed fans quickly pointed out the misstep: in Chinese and Vietnamese traditions, white is associated with mourning and loss — making it an unlucky choice for Lunar New Year celebrations. Red, on the other hand, symbolizes luck, prosperity, and blessings.
Social media reactions were swift:
“Completely inappropriate, Ivanka. White is for mourning!”
“White? On this day? Did she intentionally ignore the traditions?”
Opinions were divided. Some thought she simply wanted a chic, glossy look for photos, while others called out the cultural insensitivity.
“Maybe she just wanted a pretty shot, but it’s really tone-deaf.”
“I love her style, but this was over the line.”
Ivanka’s Lunar New Year fashion choice serves as a reminder that even style icons can stumble when cultural awareness is overlooked.
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