Monday, October 8, 2012
So as I'm doing my homework tonight I'm also watching The Devil Wears Prada, one of my favorite movies. It got me thinking about fashion and how important it is to society. Clothing is a universal sign of expression. It can showcase one's mood, personality and obviously their style as well. Fashion magazines depicting these styles are a big part of society as well. They indicate what clothing choices are popular, what ones look good on certain body types, what celebrities are wearing and much more. However, the big question is, why is fashion so important? One reason I thought of was a first impression. When you first meet a person the first thing they see is your outfit. If you're dressed like a slob they'll tend to think you act like a slob as well. But if you're "dressed to impress" they'll believe it matches your personality and the way you act. Fashion also affects your reputation. Because your outfit reflects your personality and maturity level, it also affects how people think of you. Granted most people generally don't care what other wear, but if you show up to a formal dance wearing jeans and a t-shirt, people are going to think differently of you. I find it interesting how clothes can affect so much of society.
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Are you and Jackie operating on parallel thought planes today?
ReplyDeleteBut seriously, a first impression is always important, so It is traditional to look your best. Why our society dictates that dresses and suits are so sharp is a deeper matter entirely. Fashion obviously varies by culture. Extreme examples of fashion techniques include neck-extending rings in parts of Africa and southeast Asia, ancient Chinese foot-binding, and any piercings of any kind, even ears (no me gustan). No matter the cultural norm or stigmas, one should try to be aware of them and present themselves accordingly. However, magazines touting the "latest fashions" are a bit absurd; why should a group of people deemed attractive by their peers and the media be the ones who decide what's popular? Remember: attractive people by default look better in any outfit than everyone else. Use your best judgment, and the approval of those in your life you want to impress.