Political Style

The clothes we choose can make a statement. They can say, "I'm feeling bold and sassy." Or they can say, "I don't care what you think; I'm wearing my sweat pants to the store." Our clothing can project confidence or help us blend into the background.

Our clothing choices can also make a political statement – the term I just read in Vogue – Protest Fashion.

Photo from https://www.pussyhatproject.com/

I was fortunate enough to attend The Women's March on Washington in Charleston, SC last year, and wouldn't dream of missing the one year anniversary. As I walked through the crowd in Brittlebank Park today, with my friend Kelly, I was moved to tears. To be in the midst of a grassroots political movement is energizing and humbling. 

Yes, the world is turned upside down; morals and courtesy are considered an inconvenience and making a profit is more important than caring for the planet. Yet walking through a sea of pink pussy hats and handmade banners lifted my spirits, and I left today's event convinced that society is headed to a greater awareness for caring and compassion. 

Fashion, which can be superficial and potentially divisive, is playing a major political role right now. From the pink pussy hats to raise awareness for women's issues and human rights – to wearing black to bring attention to #TimesUp legal defense fund. I saw it all today.