OK, first of all, Tim Gunn is in the Smurfs movie, really? But anyway, Tim went on Lopez Tonight yesterday, repeated his tired catchphrase “make it work,” and in talking about fashion, made some tired statements about Hillary Clinton’s wardrobe:
“Why must she dress that way? I think she’s confused about her gender! All those big baggy masculine pantsuits…No, I’m really serious, she wears pantsuits that are unflattering…I have great respect for her intellect and her tenacity and for what she does for our country in her governmental role. I just wish she could send a stronger message about American fashion.”
Um, I don’t think a politician’s fashion sense a) indicates “gender confusion” issues, and b) affects their professional work. Isn’t Hillary’s job to be secretary of state, not to send us a fashion message?
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I find Tim Gunn pleasant and amusing, he has constructive criticism that is witty and his intelligence is amazing. I can understand wanting to discuss his comments about Hilary Clinton’s fashion choices, but I found this particular article style snarky and borderline rude.
rose / 795 posts
While I don’t agree with how he said it, I do agree that Hilary could get some better tailored suits.
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An unusual fashion sense is in-fact a very damning indication of underlying gender issues. It’s complicated, really.
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Ahaha I loved the Michelle Bachmann = Sarah Palin part. Who knows?? Conspiracy?! Lol jk
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I’m not going to watch a 12 minute video on this.
It bugs me that people are so obsessed with fashion (I realize I’m reading a lovelyish blog lol). I don’t think how to dress is the most important thing in the world. If she’s happy dressing the was she does, then why criticize her about it? Just because she’s in the public eye doesn’t mean she has to be a “fashionista.”
If you can afford to, and you enjoy dressing in the latest trends, then go for it! Some of us enjoy wearing t-shirts and jeans! There is nothing wrong with that.
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@TinkerTrae@xanga - It jumps to the relevant part!
daffodil / 1569 posts
@TinkerTrae@xanga - I timed the video to start at the relevant part, because I am an HTML geeeeeenius
lily / 5148 posts
Oh Tim ;(
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I am baffled as to why he went on Lopez Tonight, yuck!
rose / 980 posts
Yeah, it’s a bit annoying that only women politicians are scolded for fashion sense and not the men. But I found him funny.
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@andysigdelt@xanga -
@Jessica - Okay, okay I watched it. lol Yes, you are a genius! :-p I have no idea how to even put a video on my blogs! hahaha!
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THIS GUY.
I think he’s confused about how little everyone is truly interested in the crap he spouts. LEAVE HILLARY ALONE!!!!!!!!!!!!11!!!1!!!!!!oneone
cherry blossom / 37 posts
Hm. I’m not particularly offended by this- he is a fashion commentator- but he’s is wrong about one fundamental issue. An outfit doesn’t make or break a female political figure. If so, Madame Nhu would be revered and Golda Meir would be fucked. Let’s not even talk about Eleanor Roosevelt.
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I think some people give him way too much shit. He does his job well and he was asked for his opinion so he gave it. He clearly is not saying that fashion is the most important thing or that she is literally having fucking gender confusion but as a politician or someone important at all it’s good to dress correctly for your body. Most people look at the physical first, that is just a fact. And I know exactly that kind of pants he is talking about, they look awful on any woman. It’s one thing to wear “menwear inspired” and another to actually wear pants that were designed moreso for a male body.
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@lilblucherrygrl@xanga - I completely agree!
He’s a fashion critic. He was asked for his opinion of Hillary Clinton’s style. He gave it. Not for nothing but homegirl does need some fashion tips. Hillary doesn’t need to be a fashion icon or anything but if she’s going to be on tv all the time she needs to make a good impression…
daisy / 568 posts
Right but we all praise first lady Michelle Obama for her clothe….does that make any sense?
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@twenty_twenty_surgery@datingish - It makes sense because she dresses well… maybe I missed your point?
daisy / 568 posts
@fungusamungus33@xanga - To tell you the truth, i can’t even remember the point i was trying to give when writing my comment. I feel like I’m getting old because I keep forgetting things….