The Outdated Pam Bondi Outfit We Can't Forget

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi looks great, and despite her polarizing politics, she's living proof that women can age gracefully without going crazy with plastic surgery. But this natural beauty is exactly why we can't overlook her aging fashion sense. With skin that smooth at almost 60, Bondi's style choices feel like a betrayal to herself. She frequently leans into outdated clothing mistakes that make her look older and snatch away the advantage of her youthful face.

It's particularly hard to ignore her recurring fashion missteps because she's made it clear she's no stranger to at least some style sense. "I love to shop. I love fashion. I love clothes. I love decorating," she told Elysian magazine. And yet, somehow, we still get moments like the two-piece misfire she wore to a White House meeting with Donald Trump and President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador.

On the occasion, Bondi wore a periwinkle blazer with an outdated finish that seemed out of place and certainly wasn't the most flattering color for her. While periwinkle was one of the trendiest colors of summer 2024, trends don't work for everyone. She paired the suit with a dated floral-print blouse that felt more like something a grandmother would choose. Worse still, it clashed with the suit. Blazers are versatile and perfect for all seasons, but only when they're paired with intention. This look, unfortunately, feels accidental and out of style.

One of the most telling parts of Pam Bondi's Elysian interview is when she says she loves shopping and clothes, but doesn't mention enjoying the actual work of styling an outfit. Like many of us, she probably buys pieces that speak to her individually, without much thought for whether they'll speak to each other. Unfortunately, that lack of cohesion is exactly what dates many of her looks.

Yes, the mismatched fashion trend can create interesting outfits, but it's mostly suited to casual or creative spaces. It rarely translates well into the corporate world, where polish and coordination still matter. This lack of coherence is glaringly obvious in many of Pam Bondi's outfits. The unflattering shade of her periwinkle blazer might have been salvaged if she paired it with a blouse that actually matched its tone or mood. But instead, she chose a grandma-like clashing print that only emphasized how ill-suited it was. Then there's her Sarasota rally look, which she posted on Instagram, wearing a whimsical pink ruffled blouse that had no connection to the wide-leg trousers she paired it with.

She made the same mistake during a visit with Sheriff David Shoar by wearing a pinstripe suit and turtleneck with heavy throwback energy, only to confuse the look with layered pearls (via Instagram). The good news is that Bondi's fashion issues require an easy fix. It's fine to shop based on gut feeling, but the key to avoiding dated looks is to know the difference between trendy and timeless pieces when building a wardrobe.