# Presidential Portrait Dresses The Obama Dress is a Crime Against Fashion By Jacqueline Parrish | Published 2009-10-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-obama-dress References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/akdobbins/the-obama-dress) & [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/pics/hideous-obama-dress-showcased-at-the-emmy-awards.html) In the ever growing world of ridiculous inventions that the world certainly is not in need of comes the heinous monstrosity that is the Obama dress. The Obama dress features the current United States of America President Barack Obama in a patterned motif sewn into an [strapless A-line evening gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-fall-dresses) that is certainly not red carpet-worthy--despite the fact that the girl wearing it happens to be posing on said carpet. **Implications** - What do you think Obama would think about this dress? I have a feeling he may in fact love being all over a woman -- in dress form of course. This dress would have anyone looking like the star of the party and at the top of everyone's guest lists! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ridiculous Inventions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore unconventional product ideas that challenge norms and introduce novelty into the market. - **Fashion Statement Dresses:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefine fashion norms by creating bold and unconventional designs that make strong statements. - **Celebrity-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create clothing items that feature popular or iconic figures, appealing to fans and enthusiasts. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate unconventional elements and concepts into clothing designs, attracting attention and setting trends. - **Event Planning and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unique fashion-themed events or parties that celebrate unconventional fashion choices and celebrity influences. - **Marketing and Branding:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop creative marketing campaigns centered around bold and controversial fashion items, attracting attention and generating buzz. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Peace-Resembling Dress Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-dress.md) - [Voting-Themed Fashion Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youve-got-the-power.md) - [Statement-Making Oatmeal Outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porridge-dress.md) - [Couture Ketchup Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-robe-ketchup.md) - [Elegant Easy-to-Wear Shirt Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shirt-dress-collection.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Leopard Mini Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leopard-mini-dresses.md) - [Holiday Gown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nana-jacqueline.md) - [Doll-Inspired Evening Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azazie-4.md)