Zac Posen’s t-shirt for the Obama’s election $45.
President’s election Barack Obama continues to be a source of inspiration for designers and many big fashion players are getting in the game of creating inauguration-themed clothing. With next week’s presidential inauguration shaping up to be one of the most anticipated national events in recent memory, more than 10 American designers have created official merchandise to support the festivities as part of the “Runway to Change” initiative. The new collectible pieces include tote bags by Diane von Furstenberg and Tory Burch; T-shirts by Zac Posen, Donna Karan, Juicy Couture, Narciso Rodriguez, Derek Lam, Rachel Roy, Gerald Matthews and House of Deréon, and a scarf by Alexander Wang. The “Runway to Change” initiative launched during Obama’s campaign featured special merchandise by more than 25 designers to benefit the campaign. Proceeds from the sale of the items will support the costs of the inauguration, which are expected to be close to $45 million as the 2005 inauguration. It seems that Obama is an incredibly inspirational leader. Every Americans is excited to see the direction he and his team will take the country in the coming years. They want to see some changes..
The collection is available at the Presidential Inaugural Store at 625 E Street Northwest in Washington through Jan. 21. It will also be available at pic2009.inauguralcollectibles.com through February.
