Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.
- Coco Chanel
The above quote by pioneer French designer, Gabriel 'Coco' Chanel (1883-1971) brilliantly sums up the themes I'll be dealing with in my blog. Personally, I think fashion is something each one of us can relate to, whether we follow trends and fashion magazines, or completely disregard them. Fashion is an integral part of our lives, and there is not a single person who is completely unaffected by it in some way or another. It is the way we choose to present ourselves to the world, to each other and to oneself. While some of us choose to be slaves to it, others acquire mastery over it. Either way, fashion is ubiquitous, and its importance and expansion in today's world cannot go unnoticed.
I am going to be sharing my thoughts about all of these people: the creators, the followers, the critics, the skeptics, as well as the creations, the current trends and the response they receive. I look forward to your readership and welcome any similar or differing comments and feedback.
I am not a very fashion conscious person. In fact, I am almost a fashion illiterate :) Hence, I have always thought it to be shallow and something not worth thinking about. After reading this entry, the quote by Chanel, I have more respect and understanding of how deep it could be, and IS in our lives. I like the creativity and art that goes comes with it. Looking forward to reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad I helped you attain a more positive attitude towards it :)
ReplyDeleteI appreciate the comments.