(एस!)As I watch debates and read the papers feverishly, my political awareness is slowly gaining strength, and so is my awareness of political style. Every time a big political player steps to the podium to begin a debate or deliver a speech, everything is carefully crafted to say something to the American people. Not a detail goes unnoticed or neglected; the candidate must exude their positions and values in every word they say and everything they wear, or else, prepare for relentless scrutiny. Now let’s analyze the debate (or debatable) fashions presented by the four possible ascendants to the White House.
A note to Hillary-ists: No, I have not forsaken your number one girl. I appreciate all that she has done for the campaign, the country, and pastel-colored pantsuits. She deserves a post all her own.
Sarah Palin: Oh, Sarah. As the female representative in this famed race, you've taken the brunt of the abuse. Not only for the things you may say or do, but also for your never-changing style. She was an '80's beauty queen, and she still has the hair to prove it. The bouffant looks like it could house several small sparrows but, boy does it make an appearance on camera. But I have to admit that the "Tina Fey" hipster glasses give her some smart-girl cred, and a tone of seriousness to offset that very silly hair and bright red lipstick. Although, I must say that there is something charming about her hyper ladylike heels and statement power suits. It is the mixture of tough "pitbull" and motherly conservative that attracts the Chico's crowd who are desperate to have a woman's say on 16 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Her message: I am woman, hear me roar. Now where's my hairspray?
John McCain: Also known on the campaign trail as Grandpa, because he's…well…he's older than dirt. In this case, age is his advantage because he is able to channel the snappy dressers he used to hob-knob with in the 1950's. In this photo, he has that cuddly sweater and those extremely sharp tailored suit pants. He looks good for a 72 year-old gentleman, no?
His message: Did I ever tell you about that time I walked up hill both ways in the snow as a POW?
Joe Biden: There have been rumors recently of Senator Biden dabbling in a case of camera vanity as well, with whispers of Botox injections. Well, whether that is true or false, the man is one of the best dressed men on Capitol Hill. His suits are impeccably fit. Props to him for not being afraid to wear a little bit of a snug fit in the jacket. Also, may I mention how psyched I am that Biden is single-handedly bringing back the pocket square. Hmm, I thought it was lost with chivalry. Classy.
By Kimya Kavehkar
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