At the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Harris, 60, attended the event to receive the prestigious Chairman’s Award. Mid-speech, Harris stood behind the microphone, using expressive hand gestures to engage the audience.

She wore a black, oversized pantsuit with a structured blazer and loose-fitting trousers that pooled slightly at her feet. A high-neck inner layer completed the formal look.

In the press room, Harris posed with her husband, Doug Emhoff, still holding the award. She smiled brightly, adding energy to the shot, as the glossy fabric of her trousers caught the light. Emhoff, dressed in a classic black suit and tie, stood proudly beside her.

One observer acknowledged that Harris looked beautiful and knew how to wear a suit but felt the blazer was overly large, making it seem as though it was wearing her rather than being tailored for her. Another thought the dark color felt heavy, wondering if it symbolized sorrow.

However, not all the feedback was negative. One admirer found the style refreshing, “I love that suit!!” Another gushed that she looked amazing and fully deserved the recognition, while a different user declared, “Nahhhh the suit is SUIT-TINGGGGG 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💣💣💣 [sic].”

Harris’s tailored look wasn’t just a fashion statement. It was a thoughtful design choice, according to the designer, LaQuan Smith. He shared the look on Instagram, and described it as “a modern take on classic evening suiting, drawing inspiration from my Fall 25 collection.”

Expressing his gratitude, he added, “Dressing VP Harris for this moment is incredibly meaningful. The NAACP Image Awards celebrates Black excellence, achievement, and impact, and to see her being honored is truly inspiring.”

Another person wrote, “The best couple ever.” Another social media user shared, “Awe they look in love and he’s so proud of her.” Another person commented. “Who wears the matching suits best? I say Dougie.”

Dressed casually for their low-key outing, Harris and Emhoff appeared relaxed as they navigated the aisles of the grocery store. The former VP wore a denim button-up shirt over a black top. She paired this with black pants and a matching baseball cap.

Gold hoop earrings and a delicate necklace added a touch of elegance to her effortlessly chic look. Emhoff complemented Harris’ relaxed style in a dark polo shirt and khaki pants.

Inside the store, Harris was all smiles, appearing at ease in her return to civilian life. At one point, Emhoff acknowledged onlookers with a friendly wave. After completing their shopping, the couple was spotted carrying plastic bags as they exited the store.

Many were enamored with their seemingly effortless connection, with one fan gushing, “They are so in love. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🙏🏾,” while another praised, “A real marriage ❤️.” A fellow fan chimed in with, “We miss you Dug [sic] and dear Kamala❤️👏.”

Another admirer expressed, “They look so natural.” “she [sic] is so relatable,” added someone else, referencing Harris.

Meanwhile, a commenter observed, “I love how husband waves at public eye when video at them [sic].” Similarly, another noted, “Im [sic] sure they had no idea the cameras would be there.”

Taken aback by Harris and Emhoff’s transition from political office to everyday routines, a netizen marveled, “From White House to Whole Foods in 4 days, that’s crazy.”

Meanwhile, some simply appreciated the glimpse into their daily lives, with one person sharing, “I❤️this. My husband always shops with me to [sic].”

With a radiant smile, Harris playfully tried to settle the excitement. “Ok, let’s get to business, let’s get to business! Alright,” she said, her joy evident.

Then, turning her focus to Emhoff, she swooned, “So, let me start by thanking my most incredible husband, Doug, for being an incredible partner to me, an incredible father to Cole and Ella, and happy anniversary, Dougie. I love you so very much.”

Just as Harris took a moment to publicly honor her husband at the DNC, Emhoff did the same years earlier in 2020, marking their anniversary with a heartfelt Instagram post. In the photograph, Harris and Emhoff can be seen locked in a passionate kiss, while standing in an opulent wedding hall.

Harris, dressed in a delicate white gown with sheer sleeves, leans into Emhoff, her arms wrapped around his shoulders.

Speaking to People in 2023, the couple shared an intimate glimpse into their life together, emphasizing how they prioritize each other at the start and end of each day, despite their demanding careers.

He described their daily routine as a balance between checking in on logistics in the morning—quick exchanges of “Where are you today?” and “Love you too. Have a great day”—and carving out meaningful time in the evenings.

“It’s the name the kids gave me, and I wear it proudly,” boasted Harris. One of her greatest joys, she added, is cooking amid the company of her family—a tradition that brings generations together.