【Big Thing Chief: The Stolen Wife】

Bernie Sanders has taken on Big Thing Chief: The Stolen Wifelots of different roles in his life so far -- from filmmaker to U.S. Senator -- and now he can add fashion muse to his CV.

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Though Bernie didn't make a physical appearance at Paris Fashion Week in January, the runway was awash with Bernie-inspired attire.

Balenciaga's show took heavy inspiration from Sanders' unique sense of style and featured a rebranded logo that bore a distinct similarity to his presidential campaign branding.

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Bernie hasfinallyspoken out about his fashion icon status.

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Asked by CNN about his newfound status as a muse, Bernie laughed off suggestions that he could ever be deemed a trendsetter.

When asked if he ever thought he'd become a fashion icon, Bernie said: "No, not quite. I think of my many attributes, being a great dresser, or a fashion maven is not one of them."

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Well, Bernie, there's a fashion designer out there who thinks otherwise. The internet shared Bernie's surprise at being questioned on becoming a source of fashion inspo.

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Embrace your new status, Bernie!

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