Okay, that's an expensive haircut

[jducoeur]

[Happy birthday to isisofcool!]

Thanks to the electoral-vote.com Votemaster for pointing out this article in Politico, about Palin's wardrobe and accessories. Apparently, the RNC has spent about $150k on her and her family. I'm a little boggled. Yes, I expect some serious expenses on primping -- the candidate needs to look good. But over a hundred thousand dollars? Jeez, what are they doing -- dressing her in couture every day?

Regardless, it does rather put Edwards' $400 haircut into perspective...

Comments

[calygrey.livejournal.com]

....but she still can't afford contacts or at least glasses that look better...

[rosinavs.livejournal.com]

I'm surprised that new glasses or contacts haven't been part of that $150k.

However, I'm not too surprised at the price tag. She has never been on the national scene, so it's no surprise that she has no clothing suitable for national coverage. A good suit for a man on the national scene probably costs $500-$1000, and probably more for a woman as she requires more accessories for a complete look. A full wardrobe for a woman is also larger, as the suits she wears for debates and speeches are not suitable for evening events, while a man could change out the shirt and tie and wear the same suit, unless he needs a tux. Her family has also not been on the national scene, but they would require only a couple of complete outfits unless they are all on tour with her 24/7. It probably is costing a minimum of 10k per family member, and she has a large family.

[meiczyslaw.livejournal.com]

Well said, and quicker than me! ;)

I think the glasses look good

[metageek.livejournal.com]

I think the glasses look good, actually. They complement her pointy face. Contacts wouldn't necessarily be an improvement.