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President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and their spouses during the 59th inauguration in D.C.
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and their spouses during the 59th inauguration in D.C.
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The Most Fashionable Women in Politics

Alexandra Guarino
Arden Ericson
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at PSU chapter.

When we think about politics, the last thing that comes to mind is fashion. We think about policy, social issues, and the economy- rightfully so. But, there is an undeniable link between fashion and politics and I believe that we have to acknowledge that. Political figures are some of the most iconic people in fashion while fashion influencers hold so much power in the public eye. 

 

These four women are not only big names in politics, they are style icons. 

Jackie Kennedy

Don’t get me wrong JFK was powerful, but no one was as powerful as Jackie Kennedy in a pillbox hat. Even before she became the First Lady, Jackie was serving looks in her monochromatic outfits and her elbow-length gloves. Don’t worry, we’re gonna talk about the iconic Chanel suit. Even with the blood stains, that suit is a work of art. 

Grace Kelly

It’s pretty amazing how Grace Kelly became the fashion icon that she is without drowning herself in designer clothes. Grace Kelly was known for her classic and elegant outfits. According to WhoWhatWear, “as classic as her style was, it was far from boring or predictable.”

Hillary Clinton

Work that pantsuit queen. In 2016, if you didn’t want to sport a pantsuit all day long I do not think that we can be friends. We also have to talk about Hillary’s accessories. When her dangling earrings match the pantsuit- pop off queen.  

Melania Trump

When I go to heaven, I hope it looks just like Melania’s shoe closet. I will always believe that Jackie O was the most fashionable first lady, but Melania is definitely giving her a run for her money. I will never forget her Ralph Lauren blue outfit that she wore to President Trump’s inauguration, just wow. 

BONUS: This is a growing list. I am very excited to see where AOC goes in politics and I am just as excited to see what she wears while doing it. 

Penn State 2022
Arden Ericson will graduate Penn State in May of 2023. As one of the Campus Correspondents for Her Campus at PSU, she is a double-major in Public Relations and French Language. After graduation, she will pursue a career that combines her passion for educational equity, social justice and French.