CM Vijay’s signature suit: Has Tamil Nadu’s new Chief Minister sparked a blazer trend?
Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, has sparked a blazer trend with his signature black-and-white suit. His style has inspired many to seek similar looks, leading to a surge in blazer sales across local stores. Despite the buzz, affordable options for replicating his look remain limited.
- ▪C. Joseph Vijay's suit has become a uniform in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, standing out against traditional attire.
- ▪A viral ad promoting the 'CM Vijay Look' offered a complete outfit for ₹3,999, though actual availability is limited.
- ▪Local stores report increased demand for blazers, with prices ranging from ₹1,600 to ₹17,000 depending on the brand and quality.
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When actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay took the oath as the Chief Minister on May 10, all eyes were on his black-and-white suit. In a State where politicians have long favoured the classic white shirt-and-veshti, the blazer stood out.Weeks later, Vijay has made this look his uniform — standing out in a sea of white at the Tamil Nadu Assembly. According to sources, his suits cost about ₹1-1.25 lakhs. Inspired by a viral shopping offer advertising the ‘CM Vijay Look’ for ₹3,999, I set out to find out how many people are switching to blazers, inspired by his style, and whether I can recreate the look, on a budget.
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