The Vice President’s week got underway in terms of public engagements when she and Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci joined the President for a briefing on the Omicron COVID-19 variant.
Monday, November 15, Vice President Harris started the week with meetings in her office and delivering remarks at the signing of the administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure bill. Below, the Vice President and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria in her West Wing office on Monday.
Then it was time for the signing of the bill.
A sizable number of guests were on hand to witness the signing—more from The Washington Post’s coverage.
Members of Congress, governors, mayors, state and local elected officials, as well as labor leaders, business leaders and other stakeholders, sat before a dais that included 30 key players from both sides of the aisle and representing diverse communities across America.A sizable
The Vice President was in a jacket we saw last week that is very similar to Altuzarra’s ‘Acacia’ blazer, with matching trousers. Beneath the jacket, it looked like Ms. Harris was in the Cecile matte silk blouse by Lafayette 148 New York.
Tuesday, the 16th, the Vice President took part in the White House Tribal Nations Summit.
In a Tweet, the Vice President said she spoke about the “Build Back Better Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will make major investments in clean water, transportation, childcare and housing in Tribal communities.”
Ms. Harris wore what looked like her black Dolce and Gabbana blazer and pants and an unidentified burgundy or maroon top.
Thursday, the 18th, was a busy day. Vice President Harris joined the president and others for the signing of “three bipartisan bills that expand benefits for the nations law enforcement officers and first responders along with the communities they serve,” per this PBS story.
The Vice President then met with Mexico’s President, Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
Above, on the balcony outside the Vice President’s ceremonial office.
The Mexican President was in town for the first ‘North American Leaders’ Summit’ with President Biden and Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau. He also met separately with Vice President Harris.
Next on the agenda, a visit with the Canadian Prime Minister.
The Vice President also had a separate meeting with Mr. Trudeau. She said they discussed “global challenges, migration, and ways we can further deepen our economic relations.”
Vice President Harris wore more Altuzarra separates, the brand’s Kenton Jacket & either the Serge or Zeke Trouser, all in navy blue. It also appeared she had on her Luxe Charmeuse Reversible Perla Blouse ($328) by Lafayette 148 New York.
Friday, November 19, the Vice President traveled to Ohio with Labor Secretary Marty Walsh.
They visited the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union Local 189.
More from The Columbus Dispatch.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Columbus on Friday to sell the newly-signed infrastructure deal to Ohioans as Democrats consider a separate spending plan that would fund climate efforts and social services.
In an interview with USA TODAY Network Ohio, Harris said the infrastructure law will help fund apprenticeship programs and repair damaged roads like Interstates 70 and 71.
“People have to drive over potholes or roads or bridges that are in disrepair,” she said. “That means you’re getting a flat tire. You’re getting something stuck in your tire. It’s expensive to replace tires. Insurance doesn’t do that. And the reality of it is that it slows down the ability of people to get to work, to get to their kids.”
Friday was a historic day as the Vice President became the first woman to hold US presidential powers. President Biden transferred those powers to her for about 90 minutes while he underwent a routine colonoscopy.
It appeared Ms. Harris wore her black Dolce and Gabbana separates and a brown top that remains unidentified.
Also, last week, photos were released of the Vice President and Second Gentleman as they affixed a Mezuzah to the door frame of the Vice Presidential residence at the Naval Observatory.
More from The Atlanta Jewish Times.
History was made as a mezuzah, loaned by Atlanta’s oldest Jewish congregation, was affixed to the Naval Observatory House.
This is the first time that a mezuzah — which contains a tiny scroll with texts from the Book of Deuteronomy, denoting the house as a sacred space — has hung at an American executive residence. The injunction to post a mezuzah — “inscribe them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates” — is found in Deuteronomy 6:9.
“It was a small private ceremony, a really personal moment,” Berg said, including just Harris, Emhoff, and Emhoff’s parents, Barbara and Michael Emhoff, who had not seen their son throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “They had never seen him in this role in person,” as the Second Gentleman. “That’s why the service was so emotional. The Jewish parents standing there, shepping naches for their son, the Second Gentleman. It was such a beautiful moment,” Berg said, using the Yiddish phrase for “deriving pride.”
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff shared the photos on social media, saying, “For us, and for everyone, Thanksgiving is a time for reflection on the past year. One of my favorite memories was when our family visited and together we hung a mezuzah on the front door of the Vice President’s Residence.”
Vice President Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff spent most of last week in Paris. Ms. Harris debuted several new looks and engaged in some sartorial diplomacy. Advance warning: this is a rather long post.
Before we get to that trip, a quick look at the Vice President on Monday, November 8. Below you see her with two members of the Milwaukee Bucks, Brook Lopez (L) and Jrue Holliday (R). The Bucks visited the White House on Monday, where they were honored as NBA champs.
Now to the Paris trip. Below, the Vice President and Second Gentleman as they arrived at Orly Airport on Tuesday, November 9.
Vice President Harris started the week of October 25th with a familiar look, wearing a longtime UFO suit for a meeting with national environmental and climate organization leaders.
The suit dates back many years, and we continue to search for an ID.
Thursday, October 28, the Vice President joined President Biden as he delivered remarks about the administration’s Build Back Better agenda and legislation.
Here you see the duo shortly after the President’s speech.
Ms. Harris also met virtually with mayors of several US cities on Thursday.
It looked like the Vice President was in her Dolce & Gabbana Turlington Blazer ($2595) and coordinating trousers, shown below when worn on a previous occasion.
Friday, the 29th, the Vice President took part in a Democratic National Committe event on the Build Back Better legislation. That evening she spoke at a rally for Terry McAuliffe, running to regain the Virginia Governor’s office.
The Vice President appeared to be wearing her Micro Check Print Blazer ($1437, originally $2395) and Straight Leg Houndstooth Trousers ($525, originally $875) by Dolce and Gabbana that we first noted back in January of this year.
Beneath the jacket, she had on a black turtleneck. Ms. Harris also wore her Manolo Blahnik Dildi boots, seen below when worn last winter.
Saturday, October 30, Vice President Harris received her COVID vaccination booster shot.
She was in pieces she has worn previously.
Ms. Harris wore her Yucca & Agave Stripe Wool Ribbed T-Shirt ($495, now sold out) by Akris Punto (below), and her oft-seen Fenice Jacket ($1495) and coordinating Serge Pant ($695) by Altuzarra.
Vice President Harris traveled to New York City on Monday with Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. They received a briefing on NYC’s fleet of Zero-Emission SuperTrucks and the city’s investments in commercial electric vehicles.
More about the visit from UPI’s story:
Vice President Kamala Harris joined Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm in New York on Monday to announce nearly $200 million for projects to produce cleaner cars and trucks.
The pair appeared at JFK Airport to announce the commitment to fund 25 projects, including long-haul trucks powered by batteries and fuel cells and improving electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the United States.
Harris added the government will also partner with private companies to “drive innovation in electric heat pumps.”
Below you see Secretary Granholm and the Vice President; on the right, Civilian Climate Corps Member Joshua Krupa and BlocPower CEO Donnel Baird. BlocPower is a Brooklyn-based energy technology startup working to make buildings more energy-efficient.
Another view of Secretary Granholm and Vice President Harris.
And here you see the Vice President posing for a photo with staffers on the advance team for the NYC trip.
The Vice President was in an unidentified black suit she has worn for several years and a dark green top that is also UFO (Unidentified Fashion Object).
Friday night the Vice President was in a dress by Sergio Hudson for the National Action Network’s 30th-anniversary celebration at Carnegie Hall.
The event also marked Reverend Al Sharpton’s 67th birthday; the Reverend is the founder of the National Action Network. More about the event via Rachel Pilgrim’s story for The Root.
Vice President Harris delivered the keynote address to a room that included NAN honorees, state and local officials and families representing several victims of police brutality. Outside of talking about what’s next for the Biden-Harris administration’s agenda, such as the Build Back Better Framework, Harris focused on an issue that will be looming over voting polls today: voting rights.
The Vice President was in the Signature Dress ($1295), part of the Sergio Hudson Signature Essentials collection. It is crafted from a stretch crepe made of a triacetate/polyester blend and lined with stretch silk. The pencil-style piece showcases a structured design in a midi length. It features a round neck, concealed back zipper, and hidden zippers at the sleeve.
Here is a closer look at some of the details.
The Vice President accessorized with her Manolo Blahnik BB105 pumps in black patent ($665).
On Wednesday, November 3, the Vice President traveled to Capitol Hill for another procedural vote on the John Lewis Voting Rights Act.
The Vice President also had office meetings. Below, with Todd Gloria, Mayor of San Diego.
Ms. Harris wore an unidentified dark grey suit and a blouse that looks like a design by Lafayette 148 New York, the brand’s Cecile Tie-Neck Blouse ($498).
Friday, the 5th, Ms. Harris visited NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. The center is in Maryland, just a few miles north of Washington, DC.
According to a NASA news release, “the vice president met with scientists and engineers to discuss how NASA’s broad portfolio of Earth science missions helps address the climate challenges facing our world.”
She also operated a robotic arm in the Center’s Robotics Operations Center.
Vice President Harris was in separates by Altuzarra, the brand’s Kenton Jacket & what looked like the Serge Pants ($795). Beneath the jacket, she appeared to have on her Charmeuse Reversible Perla Blouse ($328) by Lafayette 148 New York.
On Saturday, November 6, the Vice President joined the President as he delivered remarks on the passage of the administration’s infrastructure bill.
Vice President Harris was in the khaki/olive suit we first noted back in October. Below, another view from today.
The suit looks like several Dolce and Gabbana styles worn by Ms. Harris and has many of the elements seen in those designs: a jacket with peaked lapels, three flap pockets, and double back vents with a tailored straight leg trouser.
Throughout both weeks, Ms. Harris wore her Tahitian pearl necklace and stud earrings.
Monday, the 8th, Vice President Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Harris travel to Paris, France, where they will be until Saturday, the 13th. The Vice President “will pursue US efforts to strengthen a recently mended French-American relationship… she will also attend a pair of international conferences” per this CNN piece.
Monday, October 11, the Vice President did not have any public engagements. On Tuesday, the 12th, she delivered the keynote address at the National Congress of American Indians’ 78th annual convention.
Vice President Harris started her week on Monday, October 4, with a visit to Colada Shop, a Cuban café and bar in Washington, DC. Below, you see her with the shop’s owner, Daniella Senior (l), and District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser (r).
I am back with two weeks’ worth of updates, starting with Tuesday, September 21st. Vice President Harris met with Jamie Smith, “a mom of four children under 15 in Washington D.C. With one child with disabilities and two parents with recent health issues, Smith finds herself “sandwiched,” caring for both her children and her parents while juggling her career” per this Parents magazine story.
We have three ensembles to share from the last week, beginning with the Vice President’s appearance at a private fundraiser for former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe. That event was Tuesday, September 14. Below (L to R), DNC Chair Jaime Harrison, Mr. McAuliffe, and Vice President Harris.
I have combined the last two weeks into one post because Vice President Harris had few public engagements the last week of August. She wrapped up the month on August 31 with a Capitol Hill appearance where she presided over a Senate session.
I can’t tell what she was wearing from the videos; there are no photos available that I can license. It looks like the Vice President may have been wearing some of her black separates by Altuzarra, but that is just a guess.
[Read more…]Last week Vice President Harris traveled to Southeast Asia, visiting Singapore and Vietnam. Below, the Vice President as she boards Air Force Two for the long flight to Singapore.
Vice President Kamala Harris chose familiar styles for last night’s presidential debate in Philadelphia. She wore her Dior 30 Montaigne Jacket ($5000) and what looked like a version of the Straight Cut Pants ($1650). You have a better look at the ensemble in this photo of the Vice President and Second Gentleman at a Philadelphia watch party they […]
