As a seasoned political observer with a keen eye for fashion and its symbolism, I must admit that the sea of white at the Democratic National Convention was nothing short of breathtaking. The deliberate choice of white ensembles by thousands of women, and even some men, to honor the suffrage movement was a powerful statement that resonated deeply.
On the climactic evening of the Democratic National Convention held at Chicago’s United Center last Thursday, I was among thousands of passionate fans who couldn’t help but notice a striking wave of white throughout the stadium. As female attendees settled into their seats, adorning themselves in pristine white blouses, dresses, and power suits, it became evident that we were all heeding the same call to pay tribute to the longstanding suffrage movement that culminated in American women gaining the right to vote in 1920.
On a lively night for Democrats culminating in Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the party’s presidential nomination, political analysts and TV hosts noticed an apparent fashion trend as they scanned the crowd: nearly everyone was dressed in white ensembles. Some of these outfits were adorned with American flags or displayed wide smiles, fueling speculation about whether Harris would also choose to wear white, reminiscent of Hillary Clinton’s choice at the DNC in Philadelphia in 2016 when discussions revolved around breaking through glass ceilings.
Kerry Washington, the star host for the evening’s event, began the show wearing a crocheted off-white top and skirt. The camera then panned to Nancy Pelosi, elegantly dressed in a white power suit with a vibrant blue undershirt beneath. Gabby Giffords chose an off-white blazer as she expressed her strong views on gun reform. In the same segment, Rep. Lucy McBath of Georgia and Melody McFadden were both seen in white, as they bravely shared their personal experiences with gun violence, which had significantly affected their lives.
Some individuals participated alongside the Pack Drumline as they put on a show for the audience while dressed in white trousers, blouses, coats, and headbands. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer donned a silver gown that seemed white on screen. Ella Emhoff, daughter of Vice President Doug Emhoff, chose an off-the-shoulder dress by Joe Ando, which included a white skirt for her attire.
Later on, Harris made her grand entrance as the closing act, marking a historic milestone by becoming the first Black woman and first Indian American to be nominated for a major party’s presidential nomination. Contrary to the evening’s general attire, she chose a striking navy power suit and matching silk blouse from Chloé, a French fashion house, which seemed to symbolize that history had been made, it was time to focus on business, and break through that last glass ceiling once and for all. It’s uncommon for Harris to discuss her clothing choices in press conferences, and perhaps this is one of those instances. Moreover, designer Sergio Hudson, who has designed custom looks for Harris, recently told The Hollywood Reporter that she prefers not to be seen as a fashion icon.
On the initial evening of the DNC on Monday, Harris donned a custom-made camel-colored suit and a white silk-crepe blouse designed by Chloé’s creative director Chemena Kamali. The outfit was widely perceived as a tribute to the tan suit that President Barack Obama wore during a press conference in 2014.
Beyond just wearing earrings and a band, I adorned my navy suit tonight with an emblematic American flag pin on the lapel. “Let’s pen the next remarkable chapter in the most extraordinary tale ever spun,” I concluded, as the bustling crowd echoed back, “U.S.A! U.S.A!”
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2024-08-23 08:24