You might think asking a team of fashion editors to wear matching T-shirts would lead to an uproar at Vogue, a publication dedicated to celebrating individual style. But when the ‘Fashion for Our Future’ march was announced, with its dress code of Zac Posen-designed Old Navy tees, the Vogue staff didn’t just comply – they embraced the challenge. Instead of simply wearing the shirts, they found creative ways to style them with pieces from their own wardrobes.
The march, which took place in Manhattan alongside the CFDA and fashion community, aimed to encourage everyone to vote in the upcoming November elections. Many Vogue staff members joined the event, each putting their own unique spin on the required attire. Designer Brandon Blackwood, sporting a sleek pair of square-toe boots and his signature durag, shared his look with us, stating, “I did a high-waisted jean with my shirt tucked in – a kind of Western-y, fun, laid back moment. Very Brooklyn, very Bed-Stuy.”
Jennifer De La Cruz, who handles PR for Blackwood’s eponymous label, took a different approach. “I tied my shirt in the back to make it a little more like a crop top, and styled it with a schoolgirl skirt and some tights for a twist,” she explained.
The march brought together industry titans including Steven Kolb, Prabal Gurung, and Tory Burch. First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Thom Browne, and Aurora James delivered speeches. We spotted model Amelia Gray rocking vintage Gucci shorts, designer Charles Harbison sporting a Dickies shirt, and British Vogue editor Julia Hobbs in boxy jeans, ballet pumps, and a Vogue baseball cap.
The Vogue team’s dedication to styling the simple T-shirts showcased their commitment to fashion, even in a unified setting. The march served as a powerful reminder that fashion can be used as a platform for social change, encouraging everyone to exercise their right to vote.
