Most people project their hopes onto political figures, wanting to believe that sometimes a candidate will come along who might correct the wrongs they see in the world around them. British GQ has done the same, looking upon newly inaugurated American president Joe Biden and seeing the potential in him to lead everyone into a brighter sartorial future by using him as a fun mannequin to dress up in various outfits.
In the article, “Joe Biden gets a big ‘fit makeover, GQ style,” the 46th president of the United States is praised for wearing Ralph Lauren at the inauguration (“an expensively stitched demonstration of both his dependability and stability”) and the fact that he owns expensive aviators and watches. He was then, we’re sorry to say, provided with “the all-American makeover of his (but really our) dreams.”
Even before heading to the website to browse the photos, you should have a basic idea of how much this sucks. Aside from one image that Photoshops Biden’s face onto the body of a man wearing a pricey suit—this outfit is described as “Fully sexed” and perfect for “Re-signing the Paris Agreement on climate change (like a boss)”—he’s also presented in a selection of truly stunning casual wear.