It sometimes seems we focus less on the words coming out of politicians mouths than we do on the color of lipstick theyre wearing, how theyre cutting their hair or the fact that their tie is held together with tape .

And when it comes to the divide between how we talk about men and womens fashion in politics, the gulf is wide.

As former Sen. Carol Moseley Braun (D-Ill.) recently told Vox , women in politics are held to a different standard across the board than men, meaning they also face intense scrutiny for their wardrobe choices. (Though men sometimes fall victim to the scrutiny , too.)

Despite any potential criticisms, the new class of congresswomen also the most diverse class appear to be taking the publics obsession with their appearances and running with it.