Halloween 2025 took a controversial turn when actress and fashion personality Julia Fox unveiled a costume that reimagined one of the darkest moments in American history — the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Her outfit, designed to replicate Jacqueline Kennedy’s iconic pink Chanel suit, stunned audiences not for its elegance, but for its shocking detail: the addition of vivid red stains symbolizing blood.
Fox’s look included every element of Jackie Kennedy’s unforgettable ensemble — the bubblegum-pink skirt suit with navy trim, matching pillbox hat, white gloves, and a navy handbag. But the costume’s disturbing realism came from its deliberate use of fake blood, splattered across the fabric, gloves, and even her face. Photos from the event showed Fox confidently posing before cameras, fully embodying the First Lady’s image on the day of the 1963 tragedy in Dallas.
While some praised the accuracy of her styling, the reaction was overwhelmingly critical. Many viewers condemned the look as offensive, calling it an exploitation of national trauma. To them, the recreation of a blood-soaked symbol of mourning for Halloween blurred the line between homage and mockery.
Social media quickly became the center of debate. Comments labeled the outfit “disturbing,” “disrespectful,” and “a mockery of a tragedy.” Others voiced anger over the decision to reference such an emotionally charged moment, noting that “Jackie witnessed her husband’s assassination” and deserved reverence, not re-creation.
Yet not everyone agreed. A smaller number of supporters defended Fox’s decision as bold artistic commentary. Some argued that her portrayal underscored Jacqueline Kennedy’s strength, framing the outfit as a statement about grief, resilience, and public perception rather than shock value.
Still, the widespread reaction proved that even six decades after the assassination, the image of Jackie Kennedy’s pink suit remains one of America’s most sensitive and powerful cultural symbols — one that continues to demand respect.