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“Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself.” —Oscar de la Renta

Fashion to me has two meanings –

1. Dynamic
2. Static

• In the dynamic sense, fashion to me is the ever-changing trends, which come, stay for sometime and go, and may return on revival through any popular media, or extremely famous celebrities, or the giant fashion houses. These come, linger, and go.

Fads and fashion are related yet fundamentally different social phenomena. Fashion is the more important of the two. Its general nature is suggested by the contrasting terms “in fashion” and “outmoded.” These terms signify a continuing pattern of change in which certain social forms enjoy temporary acceptance and respectability only to be replaced by others more abreast of the times. This parade of social forms sets fashion apart from custom, which is to be seen as established and fixed. The social approbation with which fashion is invested does not come from any demonstration of utility or superior merit; instead, it is a response to the direction of sensitivities and taste.

• In the static sense, fashion is that mode of expression, that one would usually stick to. This one is very basic to every individual and varies from person to person. It is something one is comfortable with, and seldom wants to change. If one acquires or embraces a trend or style, and if it is likely to stay with them for a maximum/significant period of their lives, that is their “fashion”.

Some trends like the combo. of T-shirt/top and jeans is one of the most common or go-to combo. for both men and women, nowadays in many parts of the world. It depends upon the climate, country, customs, exposure to media, and the individual himself as what “static fashion” the individual chooses for himself/herself.

For instance, in India, with other trends (including the one above) many women wear this combo. of kurti and leggings/jeans, old and young alike. This is one of the go-to combos.

I may or may not be able to buy all/ most or even a few of the famous, expensive brands, but still be fashionable, because it comes from within and is distinct for each.

But, it is not possible to ignore that fashion is not just a business but a major industry sector, where companies enter with their brands, and either make a colossal name, huge impact and tremendous money, or , bite the dust.

Some of the experienced, big and prominent fashion icons’ quotes sum up the meaning of fashion for me, in the exact manner I think about it ….

“Fashion changes, but style endures.” – Coco Chanel

“In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” – Coco Chanel

“Create your own style. Let it be unique for yourself and yet identifiable for others.” – Anna Wintour

“Fashion is about something that comes from within you.” – Ralph Lauren

“I love fashion, and that’s how I express myself .” – Victoria Beckham

OK, if you were thinking this ,…. I can concentrate in flats, but Victoria says that she can’t.

In short, fashion has many shades, and the decision regarding the shade you choose to wear, the shade you want to keep, and the shade you don’t want to keep /use/ wear/ try again, is al

Some trends like the combo. of T-shirt/top and jeans is one of the most common or go-to combo. for both men and women, nowadays in many parts of the world. It depends upon the climate, country, customs, exposure to media, and the individual himself as what “static fashion” the individual chooses for himself/herself.

For instance, in India, with other trends (including the one above) many women wear this combo. of kurti and leggings/jeans, old and young alike. This is one of the go-to combos.

Some of the experienced, big and prominent fashion icons’ quotes sum up the meaning of fashion for me, in the exact manner I think about it ….

“Fashion changes, but style endures.” – Coco Chanel

“In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” – Coco Chanel

“Create your own style. Let it be unique for yourself and yet identifiable for others.” – Anna Wintour

“Fashion is about something that comes from within you.” – Ralph Lauren

“I love fashion, and that’s how I express myself .” – Victoria Beckham

OK, if you were thinking this ,…. I can concentrate in flats, but Victoria says that she can’t.

In short, fashion has many shades, and the decision regarding the shade you choose to wear, the shade you want to keep, and the shade you don’t want to keep /use/ wear/ try again, is all yours.

ABOUT FASHION REVOLUTION :

WHO WE ARE

We are Fashion Revolution. We are people from all around the world who make the fashion industry work. We are the people who wear clothes. And we are the people who make them.

We are designers, academics, writers, business leaders, policymakers, brands, retailers, marketers, producers, makers, workers and fashion lovers. We are the industry and we are the public. We are world citizens. We are you.

OUR VISION

We believe in a fashion industry that values people, the environment, creativity and profit in equal measure.

OUR MISSION

We want to unite people and organisations to work together towards radically changing the way our clothes are sourced, produced and consumed, so that our clothing is made in a safe, clean and fair way.

We believe that collaborating across the whole value chain — from farmer to consumer — is the only way to transform the industry.

Our mission is to bring everyone together to make that happen.

WE ARE A GLOBAL MOVEMENT

Fashion Revolution is a global movement that runs all year long.

We celebrate fashion as a positive influence while also scrutinising industry practices and raising awareness of the fashion industry’s most pressing issues. We aim to show that change is possible and encourage those who are on a journey to create a more ethical and sustainable future for fashion.

HOW FASHIONABLE ARE YOU ????