When Fashion Speaks Louder than Words
Being a politician in constant spotlight, every move you make is scrutinized. You can’t always think in a certain way, let alone voice your opinions. Fashion expresses what words simply cannot. Here we delve into our top two occasions when Politicians made a statement using their killer outfits.
Michelle Obama was the right (wo)man for the job to influence the political scene through her clothing. As she entered the public eye, the former First Lady donned a one-shouldered white dress to her first Inauguration Ball in 2009. Instantly becoming a symbol of power-dressing, Mrs. Obama was catapulted to fashion icon status in a matter of hours. With the colour white representing new beginnings, purity and hope, her choice of outfit encompassed all that formed the main message behind her husband’s presidential campaign.
Conforming to a tradition that Brides wear white on their wedding day, Michelle looked a picture of class and radiance as she entered a new and exciting chapter of her new life. It’s no coincidence that Obama picked a white chiffon gown created by unknown designer Jason Wu, then only 26 years old. Acting as a vessel to promote and support the aspiring youth of America, she brought a glimmer of hope to all young people with high aspirations that their big break is possible. A pioneer for Fashion, Style and Hope, Obama introduces fashion to a political scene and broke free from a long-lasting stereotype that America’s First Lady hold’s little political ideology or influence and paved the way for women empowerment. Her clothes became the ultimate testimony of a fashion statement that will be a leading example for many generations to come.
Theresa May certainly has a soft spot for fashion, however her relationship with the form could be described as a rather difficult one. Often criticised for her fashion choices, May never gives up and every time she fails, she brushes down her infamous skirt suit coming out with an outfit that is bolder and riskier. Her first outfit as a Prime Minister is there to prove it. A classic navy dress and formal jacket following the colour palette with a splash of bright yellow in the company of her signature leopard printed kitten heels was a perfect mixture of classic traditions with a hint of modernity and future. Blue and navy is commonly linked with the Conservative Party, whilst adding vibrant yellow warmed the whole outfit as the sunny colour is associated with happiness and energy. The brightness coming from her jacket could imply how bright the country’s future is about to look like. Whether Theresa May is making clever fashion statements or she simply has a deep love for fashion, BYBLE will be the first one to reveal it you.