Released on: September 30, 2008, 10:11 am

Press Release Author: Kristen Butler / Tori Hartman, Inc.

Industry: Apparel & Fashion

Press Release Summary: The colors one wears say a lot about character and intention.
A look at what each Presidential Candidate wore on Debate Night by color expert and
intuitive, Tori Hartman.

Press Release Body: If you’ve been watching the candidates, you’ve been watching two
very different styles of dress, particularly in their choice of colors, or lack of
them.
The articles of clothing in question on debate night?
McCain: Grey suit. Light blue shirt. Red and white tie.
Obama: Grey suit. White shirt. Red tie.
Both candidates wore grey suits to “neutralize” themselves on television and
Internet viewing. The color grey lets people know that both candidates stand in the
middle of the road…that neither is an extremist.
McCain wore a light blue shirt and a red and white tie, most obviously to represent
patriotism. Looking deeper, however, blue communicates truth. McCain is driven to
speak up what he feels is his truth. He will always articulate what he stands for.
The red and white tie tells that he is deeply rooted in staying detached. Red
signifies passion and self-motivating energy, yet in McCain’s choice of tie, it is
tempered by white, a color that deflects. McCain is a man who understands the need
to stay cool under fire. All soldiers are trained in this, and it was the message of
his color combination.
I give McCain an “A” for his well-chosen colors. They show he is able to stand for
his convictions.
Now for Obama.
In many pictures of Obama, we see his white shirt sleeves rolled up. This, of
course, is an indication to us that he is literally ready to roll up his sleeves and
get the job done. This message is congruent with his choice of wardrobe colors on
debate night. White indicates an ability to receive but not necessarily absorb
information. He considers but does not take personally what is being conveyed. The
ability to stay detached and uninvolved in others opinions is evident in a white
shirt.
The most interesting choice of color was Obama’s deep red tie. Red is the color of
service, and since the tie was on the darker end of the red spectrum, it suggested
the idea that Obama is in deep contemplation. His thoughts are profound and
heartfelt.
I also give Obama an “A” for communicating his concern and caring through his colors
on debate night.
Let’s now look at the color choices of the potential First Ladies.
Cindy McCain always chooses to wear something bold to convey the strength of her
convictions. Her pure red suit during the debate reveals the message that she is in
charge. She is the power behind the throne, and McCain relies upon her to be his
supporter. Theirs is a traditional marriage.
Michele Obama, on the other hand, has been working to convey the image of
traditional wife and partner. Her energy is very strong and in an effort to support
rather than outshine her husband, she tones down her style. For the debate, Mrs.
Obama wore a multi-colored outfit in olive and red. As I mentioned, red indicates
contemplation and caring, while shades of green are associated with the heart and
healing. This combination was chosen to subdue the powerful aspect of her role in
their modern marriage.
As you can see, color is revealing. Now, if only the colors chosen by the candidates
and their wives could tell us who, in fact, will win the election!
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Tori Hartman, color expert, author and intuitive of the Berkley style book, Fabulous
You! Unlock your Perfect Personal Style, transitioned from fashion guru to Hollywood
psychic and recently launched her new line of spiritual accessories, available at
www.ToriHartman.com.


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