The Political Leadership of Selina Meyer - VEEP: An Exploration of Her Presidential Strategies and Challenges
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Hey there, buddy! You know what's happening these days, right? We're smack-dab in the heat of an important election. It's got my blood pressure skyrocketing, making me itch to dial up some strangers for campaigning, clashing with buddies on social media, and of course, binge-watching one of my all-time favorites, Veep, starring the fantastic Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Today, let's dive into the awe-inspiring costumes of Veep!
Veep, a laugh-a-minute political satire on HBO, follows the tumultuous journey of Vice President, Selina Meyer. Through this show, we witness Selina navigate constant political chaos, relationships, and multiple elections. If you haven't watched it yet, give it a shot – it's a must-see! But what truly makes Veep stand out is Selina's fashion. Jen Rogien, the brilliant costume designer, was the mastermind behind Selina's wardrobe – have you ever heard of her? Well, she got things rolling for 18 episodes from 2012 to 2013, and then Kathleen Felix-Hager took over for a impressive 47 episodes from 2014 to 2019.
Now, let me tell you something sad – America still hasn’t seen a female president or vice-president. So when it came to dressing Selina, the costume designers got to really let loose and add their own unique touch to her style. As Kathleen Felix-Hager revealed to Steff Yotka in an interview with VOGUE, "in the world of Veep, she was the first woman vice president and the first woman president; there were no fashion rules we had to follow since none existed". The designers opted for bold, bright colors, and powerful silhouettes that reinforced the idea of a world that'd be far better with strong, confident women in charge.
Here's a peek at some of my favorite costumes worn by Selina Meyer – check 'em out!
Alright, folks, before I sign off, let me give you a quick message. America, the General Election is just FOUR DAYS away! Go out and vote! Create a voting plan, drop off your ballot in a dropbox, or vote safely in-person at an early voting site, or on November 3rd. I can't stress enough how important this election is.
Need help finding out the location of your voting site, or local ballot drop boxes? Check out iwillvote.com to get all the details you need.
Now, I won't tell you who I think you should vote for. Instead, I'll let Selina Meyer have her say...
Works Cited
Political Fashion Doesn't Look Like 'Veep'-But Maybe it Should, Yotka: https://www.vogue.com/article/veep-final-season-costume-designer-kathleen-felix-hager-interview
"In the realm of movies-and-tv, Selina Meyer's striking costume design in Veep reflects the powerful and confident aesthetics currently lacking in our general news and politics."
"As the General Election approaches in just four days, a notable figure like Selina Meyer from Veep could provide entertaining insight into the entertainment industry's perspective on costume design and fashion in politics."
