Sorry if this is old news, I only came across it recently. Former Australian foreign minister, Julie Bishop (at least 2nd generation swamp creature) come up with creative excuse to resign from her position AND wears red shoes to make a statement…
https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/people/julie-bishop-wears-awesome-power-heels-in-resignation-press-conference/news-story/85cabd0ef3a2d4b565c3e9e9a5ba6284
What is it with Australian foreign ministers, Alexander Downer, Bishop, who else?