Object

Mrs. Rahm Siguto's Traditional Silk Kegaya

A formal, floor‑length traditional silk kegaya rendered in lustrous woven silk: lightweight, finely patterned or plain-faced fabric that drapes close to the body with tailored panels and modest neckline. Mentioned as ceremonial diplomatic clothing and a visible cultural signifier during the state‑dinner press choreography; referenced aloud but not physically handled on camera.

2 appearances

Purpose

Ceremonial diplomatic attire worn for state appearances and photo‑op optics.

Significance

Functions as a cultural and diplomatic prop in the briefing-room tableau: staff cite it in image‑making remarks to shape press perception, and its naming contrasts the superficial ceremonial moment with the emergencies that explode the scene, underscoring tensions between optics and crisis.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments

S1E7 · The State Dinner

Ceremonial Optics Collide with Emergencies

Referenced by C.J. as Mrs. Siguto's traditional silk kegaya to communicate cultural specificity and diplomatic polish; functions narratively to heighten the contrast between ceremony and crisis.

Before: Mentioned as planned ceremonial attire for the visiting guest; a notional prop in communications copy.

After: Remains a planned ceremonial detail but becomes collateral to pressing emergencies; still intended for the state dinner.

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S1E7 · The State Dinner

Three Crises, One State Dinner

Mrs. Siguto's traditional silk kegaya is described during the briefing as a diplomatic visual cue; the garment is a mnemonic for ceremonial obligations that the communications team must protect even as crises demand attention.

Before: Described verbally and conceptually present as part of state dinner planning.

After: Remains planned/expected but temporarily subordinated to crisis management tasks.

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