When the Ohio State Buckeyes visited the White House to celebrate their college football championship, it was Usha Vance—the wife of Vice President JD Vance—who unexpectedly stole the show. While JD, an Ohio State alum, proudly posed alongside Usha in personalized Buckeyes jerseys, it was her outfit that really caught people’s attention. On April 16, Usha shared several snapshots of the event on Instagram, but her fashion choice sparked a variety of reactions online.
She wore a red dress paired with a white blazer, a subtle nod to Ohio State’s school colors. However, it was her decision to complement the look with white sneakers featuring yellow soles that had people talking. Critics felt the casual footwear clashed with the formal atmosphere of the White House, suggesting that a more polished pair of shoes could have elevated her ensemble without sacrificing comfort.
But Usha’s outfit wasn’t the biggest surprise of the day. That honor went to the College Football Playoff trophy, which dramatically broke apart during its presentation to JD Vance. JD took the mishap in stride, joking about it on social media and lightening the moment with his humor.
In the end, the celebration was memorable for all the right—and unexpected—reasons.
