Barron Trump's outfit on first day at NYU leaves trolls asking 'why does he look 27'

Barron Trump started college at NYU in a casual outfit and was mocked for his tucked-in polo and sneakers
Barron Trump's casual styling on the first day at New York University grabbed the trolls' focus (JNI/Star Max/GC Images)
Barron Trump's casual styling on the first day at New York University grabbed the trolls' focus (JNI/Star Max/GC Images)

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Barron Trump, the youngest son of former president Donald Trump's choice of college, was finally revealed after being spotted at New York University.

Nevertheless, what the social media trolls noticed was the 18-year-old's casual outfit, which many quipped was not suiting a teenager's first day at college.

Barron, who graduated from Florida's Oxbridge Academy in May, raised rumors about his higher studies after his father recently divulged he would opt for a college in New York. However, speculations mounted last week when he was not spotted at the freshman orientation on any campuses, and his name was missing from university systems.



 

What did Barron Trump wear to NYU on his first day?

Barron, the only son of Donald and Melania Trump, went extremely casual as he stepped into the NYU campus on Wednesday, September 4.

The teenager appeared in a white  Ralph Lauren polo shirt tucked into black pants.

Entering the downtown Manhattan campus, he completed the look with Adidas Gazelle sneakers and a black Swiss Gear backpack over his shoulder.



 

Secret Service agents surrounded him as he stepped out of his car, and before starting his classes, Barron first visited the dean's office, as per the New York Post.

It remains unclear whether increased security measures would be enacted for students at NYU this year due to Secret Service protection for Barron. He is expected to live at his father's Trump Tower located on Fifth Avenue in midtown and commute daily to the campus.



 



 

Notably, Barron is the first member of the Trump family to attend the prestigious NYU, where the tuition fee starts at around  $62,700 a year.

According to the Daily Mail, he would be studying at the Stern School of Business at NYU.

ormer President Donald J. Trump, Melania Trump and Barron Trump exit the funeral of Ivana Trump at St. Vincent Ferrer Roman Catholic Church July 20, 2022 in New York City. Ivana Trump, the first wife of former president Donald Trump, died at the age of 73 after a fall down the stairs of her Manhattan home. (Photo by Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images)
Barron Trump, Donald and Melania Trump's son, would be studying at the Stern School of Business at NYU (Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images)

“It’s a very high quality place. He liked it. He liked the school,” his father Donald said. “I went to Wharton, and that was certainly one that we were considering. We didn’t do that. We went for Stern.”

Internet trolls Barron Trump's casual outfit for first day at NYU

Barron Trump's decision to go casual for his first day in college soon grabbed the attention of trolls online. Many joked that the tucked-in polo shirt was not suited for an 18-year-old. Some even took a dig, saying he looked normal in the attire.

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 16: Barron Trump, US President Donald Trump and First lady Melania Trump wal
Barron Trump was mocked online for his casual outfit for his first day at NYU (Getty Images)

"This kid is just 18, why does he look 27? he looks so mature and wise, which is odd for a Trump," a user wrote.

"This is like when Chase Dreams went to NYU," another added.

"An 18 yr old shows up to the 1st day of college with a tucked in polo shirt," a user quipped.



 



 



 

"He’s gonna stick out in Dimes Square in that outfit," read one response.

"Why does he look like a normal person," someone else asked.

"Ignore everything else from the tweet, he wears Ralph Lauren," another user wrote, sharing a meme from 'The Wolf of Wall Street'.



 



 



 

"He finally looks like a normal person and not a robot forced into silence," read one remark.

"That boy is already trying to get him on his LinkedIn," a user joked.

"He looks so rich," another commented on Reddit.



 



 

This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.

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