Sarah Palin Clothes Budget

- Records show bills include nearly $75,000 shopping spree at Neiman Marcus for Palin and family; $50,000 at Saks Fifth AvenuePolitico: RNC shells out $150K for Palin fashion
- RNC reportedly also funded more than $4,700 on "hair and make-up expenses"Politico: RNC shells out $150K for Palin fashion
- Almost $5,000 spent at men's clothing boutiqueWashington Wire (WSJ): Palin's $400 Haircut Moment? (October 22, 2008)
- Nearly $200 spent at high-end baby store, presumably to outfit Palin's youngest child, TrigWashington Wire (WSJ): Palin's $400 Haircut Moment? (October 22, 2008)
- Spokesperson says clothing will go to charity after Election DayPolitico: RNC shells out $150K for Palin fashion

The Republican National Committee spent more than $150,000 on clothing and makeovers for 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin and her family. Financial disclosure records show the RNC paid for "campaign accessories" from upscale department stores, including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Barneys.Politico: RNC shells out $150K for Palin fashion
Though Palin's representatives have stated that, post-election, the clothing was given to charity, Republican National Committee records do not include any record of any such donation. The organization will not confirm the whereabouts of the clothes.Fox News: Where's Palin's $150G Wardrobe? RNC Doesn't Say (March 3, 2009)
Donation?

In interviews on October 23, 2008, Palin insisted the clothing was "loaned" to her, adding that all items would later be auctioned off for charity.AFP: Palin insists she is 'frugal' spender (October 24, 2008) A Republican party lawyer was allegedly sent to Alaska to inventory and retrieve the items.Los Angeles Times: Tensions between McCain and Palin camps come to light (November 6, 2008)
Quotes
"With all of the important issues facing the country right now, it's remarkable that we're spending time talking about pantsuits and blouses. It was always the intent that the clothing go to a charitable purpose after the campaign." -- Tracey Schmitt, McCain-Palin campaign spokesmanPolitico: RNC shells out $150K for Palin fashion
"That whole thing is just, bad! Oh, if people only knew how frugal we are. It's kind of painful to be criticized for something when all the facts are not out there and are not reported." -- Sarah PalinChicago Tribune: Sarah Palin responds to wardrobe flap (October 24, 2008)