Not only did the body language expert uncover what Melania Trump’s smile reflected, but she also noted a stark difference in the first lady’s disposition from past events.
During a significant joint session of Congress, First Lady of the United States (FLOTUS) Melania Trump made a striking impression alongside her husband, President Donald Trump. She showcased a confident and poised presence that a body language expert described as a notable shift from her traditionally reserved demeanor.
As Donald stood before a packed chamber, delivering his address to Congress, he took a brief but heartfelt detour to acknowledge his wife.
“I also want to recognize another person who has devoted herself to foster care, community, she worked so hard on it. A very loving person, our magnificent First Lady of the United States,” he said, prompting an outpouring of applause.
All eyes turned to Melania, who stood gracefully in the gallery above, wearing a tailored dark gray Dior skirt suit that accentuated her composed yet striking presence.
Her scarf draped softly over her shoulders, and her signature cascading hair framed a face adorned with a smile that immediately caught the attention of both the audience and body language experts alike.
Judi James, a leading body language specialist, described the smile as “cheek-rounded” and filled with “authentic pride and pleasure.” She added that Melania “beamed back like a smitten teenager.”
The expert highlighted that this warm, almost playful expression marked a sharp departure from Melania’s historically impassive reactions at past public events. Gone was the once-stunned look the First Lady had exhibited when hearing her name met with applause.This time, she stood fully prepared for the praise, basking in the cheers rather than shrinking away from it. According to Judi, Melania’s body language throughout the event suggested she has “fully crowned” herself as an active and essential figure within her husband’s political reign.
Her confident appearance at the Capitol followed a noteworthy departure from the White House earlier that day. According to the Daily Mail, Melania left alongside Donald in the official presidential limousine for the short trip to Capitol Hill.
Hand in hand, the couple exited the White House together; a visible display of affection and unity.Melania’s confidence was evident not only in her smile but also in her stance. Her arms hung comfortably at her sides—a posture Judi said signaled self-assurance.
Additionally, when the First Lady raised her hand to wave at the crowd, it was not a tentative or uncertain gesture. Instead, her wave was more of a regal salute, delivered with a flat palm and a poised expression.
This ease in the spotlight, Judi noted, painted Melania as someone far more comfortable exchanging public displays of admiration with her husband than ever before—a striking evolution from the woman once known for her guarded demeanor.
Even as the First Lady made her entrance into the venue, she exuded quiet confidence as she strutted down the steps to her seat with a smile on her face.She also took her time to greet the ladies who were seated next to her and a man standing behind her. Melania then faced the audience head-on, flashing a wide smile as they continued to clap for her.
Apart from making Melania smile with the initial reflections he shared about her, Donald went on to detail the impactful work she has done.