Red Carpet Activism: Progressive or Performative?
The 20th century saw the red carpet become a symbol of elegance and power that is now core to our celebrity culture. The timeless runway never fails to capture audiences with its competition for ‘best dressed.‘ But in recent years there has been a redefining of what makes a statement in fashion. In 2018 particularly, celebrities strove to walk the red carpet with a political agenda. Now more than ever, activism is in. Social media movements have made being outspoken become fa