In a display of pettiness that would make a middle school clique blush, Vogue has once again stooped to the lowest form of journalism by attacking First Lady Melania Trump and the Trump family for their fashion choices at the inauguration. It's clear that the magazine, once a beacon of style, has devolved into a platform for political petulance over genuine fashion critique.
A Vogue Vendetta
Hannah Jackson from Vogue decided to take a jab at Melania Trump's official White House portrait, comparing her to a "freelance magician" due to her choice of a tuxedo. This isn't fashion journalism; it's a childish tantrum disguised as commentary. Melania looked both professional and elegant, embodying a new resolve that the American people can see, even if Vogue's blinders are firmly in place.
Selective Outrage
Vogue's selective outrage is laughable. They had no issue with tradition being thrown out the window during the previous administration but suddenly care about decorum when a tuxedo is involved? Their hypocrisy is as transparent as their attempt to maintain relevance in a world where their fashion dictates are increasingly ignored.
Fashion for the People
The real irony here is that Melania Trump has become a fashion icon for the masses, not just the elite. Her choice of skinny jeans and a beanie resonated far beyond Vogue's echo chamber, proving that fashion can be both accessible and influential without costing thousands or looking like a costume from a sci-fi movie. Vogue hates this because they thrive on exclusivity.
The Mean Girls of Vogue
This isn't just about fashion; it's about Vogue's cliquey, elitist behavior. They've turned one of the world's premier fashion magazines into a club where only those who march in political lockstep are welcome. Their refusal to feature Melania or Ivanka Trump on their cover during Donald Trump's first term was petty and shortsighted, and now they're paying the price as their influence wanes.
Out of Touch
Christian Allaire's critique of Ivanka Trump's ball gown further exposes Vogue's disconnect. Accusing someone's wardrobe of being built on "artifice and aesthetics" when your magazine is practically the dictionary definition of those terms is the height of irony. Vogue, once a trendsetter, now seems more interested in settling political scores than celebrating style.
The Message is Clear
Vogue might claim that Melania struggles with "sartorial messaging," but the American public understands her message perfectly. She's not there to please fashion critics; she's there to represent a nation that values more than just what's on the surface. Vogue's failure to grasp this is not Melania's problem; it's theirs.
In the end, Vogue's childish attacks on the Trump family's fashion choices reveal more about their own insecurities and loss of cultural sway than it does about the First Family's style. It's time for Vogue to grow up or risk becoming just another relic of fashion history, remembered more for their petty politics than their contributions to style.