The internet in China has reacted to the irony of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt wearing a dress that is reportedly made in China, especially in the context of the ongoing trade conflict with the United States. Leavitt made a public appearance in a red dress adorned with black lace, which is linked to UK brand Self-Portrait, the creation of Malaysian Chinese fashion designer Han Chong, and manufactured in China.
Images of her outfit gained significant traction on Chinese social media platforms such as Sina Weibo and Xiaohongshu, leading to an outpouring of comments from netizens. The discussion was initiated by a tweet from Zhang Zhisheng, China's consul-general in Denpasar, who highlighted the contradiction in US accusations against China while a White House official was donning a Chinese-made product. He remarked, “Accusing China is business. Buying China is life,” emphasizing the perceived double standards. The response from users under his post indicated a mixture of amusement and critique, with comments calling out the apparent hypocrisy.
6 Comments
Cerebro
Another example of American double standards—trading principles for fashion! It's a poor message to send.
Africa
Fashion is subjective, and her dress is stylish! We can't expect politicians to wear only U.S.-made clothing.
Comandante
It's time we move past these silly debates. What matters is the policies enacted, not the clothes they wear!
Bermudez
The trade conflict is a complicated issue. Wearing a dress designed by a talented designer shouldn't dictate one's stance on trade.
Africa
This is just another example of how the U.S. prioritizes politics over principles. You can't stand against unfair trade practices and then wear something made in China.
moshiurroney
Let’s appreciate the craftsmanship behind the dress. It’s a cultural exchange, not a political statement!