Fashion is a form of communication. It is a statement about who you are and what you like. Fashion is an expression of your personality and lifestyle. It is the way in which you choose to present yourself to the world. Fashion can be used as a tool for self-expression, self-identification, self-empowerment and even social change. Fashion can be used as a means to make people smile or think or feel something in particular. Fashion can also be used as a means of control and oppression by those who have the power to dictate what we wear, how we wear it and when we wear it (i.e., employers).
Fashion is also a form of art. It is the expression of self through clothing. Fashion designers are artists who use fabric as their medium to express themselves. The same way that you might wear something because it makes you feel good about yourself, designers create clothing that makes them feel inspired and happy. Fashion designers are artists who use fabric as their medium to express themselves.What do I mean by fashion? I am talking about fashion in its broadest sense: clothes, accessories, hairstyles, makeup etc., but not just for women! Men’s fashion has evolved into an entirely new animal over the past decade with menswear lines now being displayed alongside womenswear at most high-end department stores (think Saks Fifth Avenue) and even at some lower-end stores like Target. There are now entire sections dedicated to men’s fashion at many major department stores including Macy’s, Sears & JC Penney!
Clothing styles change over time for various reasons including: changes in technology (elevators), changes in social mores (short skirts), changes in politics/economics, etc.
