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The cross is a recognizable symbol of not just fashion, but an expression of Christian faith. Lately, however, cross pendants are becoming more and more prominent in the public eye. Chappell Roan brought attention to the accessory when she wore an oversized cross pendant at 2024\u2019s MTV Video Music Awards. \u201cThe necklace, aside from sitting more perfectly than the other 100 I had on hand, adds to the historical realism of the outfit,\u201d Genesis Webb, Roan\u2019s stylist, said in an interview<\/a>. \u201cIt completed the world that we were trying to build.\u201d She later said, \u201cThe iconography is classically beautiful, and it\u2019s also rooted in a sense of trust to be protected by something you believe in.\u201d Camila Cabello also wore layered crosses by Loree Rodkin that same night. Elle <\/em>reported that interest in cross pendants has increased on Etsy. Influencer Lilly Sisto, who is also a Christian, stated the appeal of cross pendants goes beyond religious faith. \u201cOf course, it\u2019s a part of my religion, but I also think they are so beyond chic to wear. It can be a fashion statement; you don\u2019t need to be religious to wear one.\u201d<\/p>\n

To others, their cross necklaces are more than just a fashion statement. US Attorney General Pam Bondi stated her cross necklaces express her \u201cstrong Christian\u201d faith. \u201cMy faith is very important to me. It is what gets me through each day,\u201d she said<\/a>. White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt, has also been seen wearing prominent crosses. Leavitt has referred to the cross as \u201cthe perfect accessory to any outfit,\u201d and that she wears it \u201cbecause it serves as a reminder of the strength that can only be found through faith.\u201d It\u2019s not a trend limited to Republicans either. Democrat Representative Hakeem Jeffries Hakeem of New York wore a large cross necklace during a protest against the GOP budget. Robert Covolo, who has published a book about Christianity and fashion, discussed the ranging meanings of the symbol to its wearers. \u201cThey have an official meaning but people bring their own meaning, which is where symbols really get their power,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Of course, not everyone is so eager to see the cross embraced just for fashion\u2019s sake. Riley White, a content creator in Birmingham, AL, stated she began wearing crosses to \u201cshare Christian values and love.\u201d But she isn\u2019t so sure about people in the public eye wearing crosses. \u201cI like to see the cross worn by people who have Christian values and who treat people how the Bible tells us to,\u201d she said. \u201cIt can be hard seeing people wear a cross and hearing how they speak about people in a way that doesn\u2019t necessarily align with Christian values.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The cross is a recognizable symbol of not just fashion, but an expression of Christian faith. Lately, however, cross pendants are becoming more and more prominent in the public eye. 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