Kamala Harris has graced the cover of Vogue for the second time, just weeks before the highly anticipated U.S. presidential election.
Photographed by renowned fashion photographer Annie Leibovitz, Harris is featured in a striking mocha-colored suit paired with a plum satin blouse.
The cover, released digitally, symbolizes the significant evolution Harris has undergone since her first Vogue appearance in November 2021.
Dressed in a sharp-lapelled suit designed by Gabriela Hearst, Harris assumes a poised power pose, sitting cross-legged with a confident demeanor.
The image contrasts sharply with her initial cover, where she was caught in a more casual and somewhat awkward pose, wearing a dark jacket and Converse sneakers. That cover sparked controversy and criticism, with many feeling it did not do justice to her position as the first female vice president.
As the election draws near, the timing of this cover is significant. Harris has reportedly raised over $1 billion in campaign funds in less than 80 days, an unprecedented amount for a presidential candidate.
Vogue has previously endorsed Harris for president, marking this cover as a final promotional push as the election date approaches.
While the new cover has garnered praise from Harris’ supporters, it has also sparked discussion about representation in the fashion industry.
Nigerian-British photographer Misan Harriman commented on Vogue’s Instagram post, expressing a desire for the magazine to feature more Black women photographers, especially given past critiques of Leibovitz’s work with Black and Brown subjects.
For Harris and her supporters, this second Vogue cover represents a full-circle moment.
As she confidently poses without a pair of Chuck Taylors in sight, the image reflects her growth and readiness for the challenges ahead in her presidential campaign.
