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Justin Trudeau attends King Charles' throne speech wearing colourful shoes
Former prime minister, Justin Trudeau, made an appearance for today's Speech from Throne by King Charles, entering the Senate chamber accompanied by his mother, Margaret, and wearing an unusual choice of footwear.
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They were Adidas sneakers, the Gazelle model, in blue and orange.
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It may be rare to see them in parliament, especially with a classic blue suit, but sneakers have crossed over into popular culture from sport, reaching wide appeal. It seems the low-profile trainer has never gone out of style. In early 2024, British Vogue placed the Gazelle among the 'fashion trainer' phenomenon — an 'obsession' that wasn't fading anytime soon.
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Justin Trudeau's shoes, today, at Parliament!
Also in Parliament today - king Charles
— margareta 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇹🇼🚛 (@margareta_matis) May 27, 2025
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Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is wearing some interesting footwear for today's opening of Parliament…
Retirement runners perhaps..?👟
He'll be seated in the front row close to where the King and Queen will be sitting
— Emily Ferguson (@emilyinpalace) May 27, 2025