As leaders from across the world gathered at St Peter’s Basilica to bid farewell to Pope Francis, US President Donald Trump’s attire suddenly became a major talking point. Ignoring the Vatican’s strict dress code, Trump wore a dark blue suit and light blue tie, making his appearance even more of a topic of discussion.
According to the Vatican’s rules for papal funerals, men are advised to wear a black suit and black tie. But Trump’s blue suit was a departure from this norm. According to reports, he left immediately after the ceremony, and did not attend the funeral.
According to Vatican guidelines for papal funerals, men are expected to wear a black suit, black tie and black lapel button. Women should wear a long black gown, black veil and gloves, and jewelry should be kept to a minimum.