Fashion is a powerful social and political force. The way we dress reflects a variety of different things – our personal style, our ethnic heritage, the local culture in which we live. But what if we tried to understand how and where the power of fashion really lies? What if we looked into the hearts and minds of designers and retailers so that they could more easily adapt to changing consumer expectations? That’s the ambition of our blog, which features original interviews with world-famous designers and discusses the rise of the global brand identity, e-commerce and virtual retail stores as fashions. We hope this blog will inspire you to explore your own style – not just for looks but also to reclaim your role as an active participant in shaping society.
What is fashion?
When we think of fashion we usually think of clothes – the accessories, the accessories that go with the clothes we wear, the colours and fabrics we choose to adorn our bodies. But there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to fashion. In fact, there are many types of fashion that are barely mentioned in our Constant Reader. Let’s explore these types of fashion and see which we’re most interested in.
Theories and concepts of fashion
There are many theories about how and why fashion shows, parties and events take such a hold on the human spirit. Fairy-tale-like accounts of the “old world” and “new world”, as one writer calls them, have inspired some of these theories. But many modern fashion theories remain just that – theories. They’re not facts, and they sure as heck aren’t facts.
Fashion as a social force
What does it feel like to be part of the fabric that makes up social life? To be at the heart of something larger than yourself? It’s a question that has been answered many times over. We think of fashion as a fashion show – a display of fancy clothes, accessories and, of course, the runway. But what if we spent a little time thinking about fashion as a social movement? What if we put our attention solely on the things that matter and ignored the things that don’t? What if we told our friends and peers that it was their job to dress us, to match our clothes and to enjoy being part of an event that was, for all intents and purposes, an extension of social interaction?
Understanding the power of fashion – why do we care?
Well, perhaps the most important question to ask yourself is this: Why do designers care? If you’ve been following this blog, you’ll know that we’ve been talking about the connection between fashion and social justice for a long time. Why? Because when it comes down to it, fashion is about design, and design tells us what people want to wear. What does that mean? Well, if you want to be popular and fashionable, you might pick out the most popular fashion models from all the shops in the city and wear the latest fashions, or you might pick out a similar fash Pattern, dress and attend a local art opening or two. You might even attend a small group or co-working space event where you can meet other designers and learn more about their work.
Why do designers care?
Well, it’s not that we’re just trying to help society function better – it’s more like we’re trying to help our children thrive. Parents, of course, are the most important source of knowledge and inspiration for their kids. But there’s more to the world of fashion than just the way we dress. It’s about the ways that designers contribute to a better society, both in the here and now, by making the world a more comfortable place for all of us. We believe that if there’s one thing we can change about how we live, how we dress and how we spend our free time, it’s to make sure that we’re contributing to a better society for our children by working to help them flourish.
Conclusion
Fashion can be a powerful force in society. The way we dress reflects a variety of different things – our personal style, our ethnic heritage, the local culture in which we live. But what if we tried to understand how and where the power of fashion really lies? What if we looked into the hearts and minds of designers and retailers so that they could more easily adapt to changing consumer expectations? That’s the ambition of our blog, which features original interviews with world-famous designers and discusses the rise of the global brand identity, e-commerce and virtual retail stores as fashions. We hope this blog will inspire you to explore your own style – not just for looks but also to regain your role as an active participant in shaping society.
