FASHION.

Sitting here with a friend talking about why I don't write enough on wewantshops really has seemed to be the kick up the arse I needed. So, with very little inspiration at the moment, I've decided to write a little post about my general opinion when it comes to fashion.

"Fashion should be run by the people, not the designers." - Me, 3rd January 2012, 17:15

I suppose what i'm trying to say by putting this statement out there is, it's been too long that we've been told what is ok to wear and what isn't. Sooner or later what we know as individual becomes the norm. I've never really sought an answer for this phenomenon, but it all becomes clear when you think about it. The fashion industry has a grasp over social norms that is greater than anything else, they make their money by telling people what is "cool" and then changing it on a regular basis. That said, the world would be a very boring place if it wasn't constantly changing.

I often wonder if maybe people would have a different outlook on appearance if we didn't dedicate so much time and money to the fashion world, I mean would a size 2 still be every girls dream? Or would our mind and knowledge be more important? Shen believes that it's harder to be happy in society if you're not considered beautiful. To a certain degree he is right but he is "beautiful" (in his own words) so he would say that. I believe on the other hand, that  you can be content with your appearance whether you are hot or not, unlike Karl Lagerfeld  who is well known for having a harsh view on aesthetic images.

So why do we let him have such a large influence on lifestyle choices? Why do we allow an old man to tell us what is an ok size to be? The answer is quite simple really, we've allowed him to have such a reputation that he is now known as the best. He is the man that we go to for advice when it comes to fashion and we let him make statements that crush self-esteems around the world.

In conclusion, I want to see more people wearing what they like rather than what is trendy. B.x

Thanks Shen for your opinion.