Valance and Wintour Host Rival Trump: Fashion World Clash

Valance and Wintour Host Rival Trump: Fashion World Clash

In an unprecedented move, designers Nicholas Valance and Anna Wintour hosted a dinner party in New York City on Thursday night, with none other than Donald Trump as the guest of honor. The event, which was not publicized in advance, sent shockwaves through the fashion world, where Trump is a polarizing figure.

Valance and Wintour, both known for their outspoken liberal views, have been vocal critics of Trump’s policies. Wintour, in particular, has used her platform as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue to highlight the importance of inclusivity and diversity in fashion.

However, sources close to the designers say that the dinner was not intended as an endorsement of Trump. Rather, they wanted to open a dialogue with him and address some of the concerns that the fashion community has about his presidency.

“We believe that it is important to have conversations with people who we disagree with,” Wintour said in a statement. “We hope that this dinner will help to foster understanding and potentially bridge some of the divides that exist in our country.”

Trump, for his part, seemed to enjoy the evening. He was photographed laughing and joking with Valance and Wintour, and even posed for a few selfies with the designers.

“I had a great time,” Trump said after the dinner. “Nicholas and Anna are wonderful people, and we had some very productive conversations.”

Whether or not the dinner will have any concrete impact on Trump’s policies remains to be seen. However, it is a clear sign that the fashion world is not afraid to engage with him, even if they disagree with his views.