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Kamala Harris Puts American Fashion in Focus at Phoenix Awards Night

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At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Phoenix Awards Dinner in Washington, D.C., Kamala Harris delivered her message through both words and wardrobe. On September 27 she appeared in a sequined oxblood gown by Sergio Hudson, reinforcing her support for American designers and, in particular, Black talent.

Harris is often recognized for her tailored pantsuits, which became a trademark of her political image. For one of the evening’s central honors, the CBC Body Award, she chose something different. The gown was off the shoulder, long-sleeved, and finished with a fitted waist and floor-length hem, balancing formality with intention.

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Choosing Hudson was a calculated decision. The South Carolina–born designer has been part of Harris’s style story before, most notably at her 2021 inauguration. By wearing his work again, she underscored a consistent commitment to spotlighting designers whose contributions have shaped American fashion but are too often overlooked.

Harris took a deliberate approach to the look. “Sergio Hudson’s designs, a reflection of his vision and artistry, embody confidence, dignity, and pride,” she told Vogue. Her team, hairstylist Dayna Rose and makeup artist Marquia James, kept the styling streamlined so the gown could stand at the center.

The appearance was about more than fashion. It offered a glimpse into how she wants to present herself: professional yet connected to the cultural communities she has consistently supported. For Harris, clothing now doubles as a reflection of the values she carries into public life.

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This is not the first time Harris has made such a move at the Phoenix Awards. Last year she wore a sequined gown by LaQuan Smith, another Black American designer. Taken together, these choices show a shift from her usual pantsuits toward occasional headline-making evening wear, each time designed by figures who represent key voices in contemporary American fashion.

The significance is less about whether Harris keeps experimenting with gowns or returns to her established wardrobe of suits. It is about how she continues to use fashion as a form of affirmation, a way to acknowledge and elevate the work of designers shaping the industry today.

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Bella Hadid Channels Y2K Denim-on-Denim

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On February 27, 2026, Bella Hadid was photographed in Milan promoting her latest collaboration with Miss Sixty. She appeared in a light-wash denim jacket paired with matching flared jeans, adorned with leopard print star patches, referencing early-2000s fashion. Complementing the outfit, she wore a white roll-neck top, silver-rimmed Bru sunglasses, and burgundy stiletto sandals by Anonymous Copenhagen.

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Hadid debuted new blonde highlights and blunt platinum bangs, as part of the Y2K-inspired styling. Her hair was styled in a bun with loose curly tendrils framing her face, creating a modern take on the Hannah Montana style.

The day before, she had showcased a leather bomber jacket, gray pleated trousers, loafers, oversized Prada tote, and large aviator sunglasses.

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This appearance coincided with her ongoing promotion of Miss Sixty’s spring 2026 collection, including multiple denim-focused looks such as a button-down tube top with matching jeans, and a pink leather jacket.

Hadid’s Milan street style shows Y2K-inspired styling combined with contemporary pieces.

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Kendall Jenner Takes the Front Row at Milan Fashion

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Kendall Jenner made a front-row appearance during the Milan Fashion Week at the Fall/Winter 2026 show for Emporio Armani. The supermodel arrived in Milan earlier this week and for this occasion, she once again leaned into her signature style as she attended the runway presentation.

She wore a black knee-length dress from the fashion house. The gown featured a floral jacquard pattern in a lighter shade of black which had a soft sheen, along with a bateau neckline that framed the shoulders.

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As she arrived at the show, she styled the look with a chocolate-brown shawl embroidered with delicate floral details in a similar earthy tone. Draped across the front of her chest, the ends wrapped around her shoulders and moved gently behind her like a cape, leaving her back exposed. She later removed the shawl after taking her seat at the show.

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Kendall paired the outfit with strappy black heels, dark-brown sunglasses, and silver teardrop earrings from Méga. Her hair was worn down in a straight style, while a glossy pink lip completed the styling. Jenner sat front row at the show alongside Nicholas Galitzine and Elodie.

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During her time in Milan, she has been seen in a series of tonal outfits. On Tuesday, she stepped out in a gray turtleneck paired with a matching long skirt, and the next evening she chose a navy sweater and crisp white trousers for dinner.

Milan Fashion Week wraps on March 2, before the fashion calendar moves on to Paris for the next round of runway shows.

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Kendall Jenner Proves White Pants Are a Go-To for Milan Street Style

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Kendall Jenner was spotted on the streets of Milan during Fashion Week 2026, with a look that combined tailored pieces with relaxed street style. She wore white wide-leg trousers, tailored to elongate the silhouette, paired with a classic beige Burberry Camden trench coat, a piece that added structure to her look.

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Layering subtle depth to the outfit, Jenner draped a navy sweater over her shoulders, creating a contrasting color to the neutral tones of her coat and trousers. Accessories were minimal: narrow oval sunglasses, simple stud earrings, and simple black flats. She carried a structured leather handbag in a complementary neutral tone, completing the look without distraction.

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The outfit quickly drew attention from street-style photographers and fashion enthusiasts, showing Jenner’s status as a key figure in off-duty fashion. Her choice of relaxed trousers combined with a heritage trench coat exemplified the trend of minimalist luxury, where carefully curated pieces speak for themselves. As the ensemble offers a practical approach to high fashion.

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