The world of fashion is often baffling to ordinary people like me.... And specially a trend comes along which seems utterly ridiculous, yet catches on. Take the current obsession with ripped jeans.
You can barely be in any city without being assailed by bare knees, calves and thighs — all protruding through swatches of tattered denim.
why is everyone wearing ripped jeans?
WHERE DID IT ALL START?
The first pair of jeans were designed in the late 1870s by Loeb Strauss, a German businessman who changed his name to Levi and founded the denim brand.
The ‘ripped’ trend came later, emerging in the cultural punk movement of the Seventies.
The rips signified rebellion: early punks tore apart consumer goods as an expression of their anger towards society, and denim became a key part of this political statement.
... SO WHY ARE THEY BACK NOW?
ripped jeans made a comeback — rebranded as ‘distressed’ denim......
This coincided with an Eighties fashion revival, marked by the return of jumpsuits, high-waisted trousers....but is this only about this
or it has underlying social psychology behind it
ENCLOTHED COGNITION
Does clothes affect cognitive processes...it seems that what we wear is symbolic meaning ...so when one wears it, it’s like playing certain roles.
The old saying “you are what you wear” seems so true nowadays when I interact with people from all walks of lifein almost all aspects of life....
WE BECOME WHAT WE WE WEAR
A suit gives you a feeling of being in control of the situation and thus have better insights and make better work-related decisions. So, wearing a suit isn’t just a matter of fashion but a matter of power.
A similar thing happened when in my house I saw my sister's son wearing Superman T-shirts...it seems to me he feels that he is actually physically stronger then his friends ....It’s a matter of symbolism Superman T-shirt carries – people identify with its superiority and can’t help themselves but feel great while wearing it.
Tight corsets, and sheer gowns will make a woman feel confident and that’s where the sex appeal comes from, not the other way around. Femininity, confidence and sex appeal are closely intertwined and it all comes from the power pretty dresses brings into your life
MOTIVATION TO WORK OUT
Given the fact that we really are what we wear, it’s no surprise that the so-called gym clothing is such a huge thing in fashion right now. Infact I feel gym clothes makes one motivated to work out....
DRESSING FOR THE AGE YOU FEEL LIKE
It’s true that the line between “old people’s clothes” and “young people’s clothes” is getting blurrier by the year but there’s still a lot of debate what’s appropriate for a certain age and what’s not..... It’s basically like dressing young to feel young but also so much more than that.
An image you have of yourself can affect both one's personality and health without one even noticing it. That’s where clothes come to the rescue – so, dress for the age you feel like and you’ll surely feel the difference.
DRESS TO IMPRESS
We all try not to judge by the first impression but the power of the first contact can’t be neglected. And because it’s usually the most noticeable thing on a person, clothing can influence all kinds of impressions people will have about you. First of all, the clothes one wears show off one's social status and one's cultural values and it all starts in the early childhood.
From “pink is for girls, blue is for boys” to choosing the colours you’ll wear depending on the event (for example, black is for funerals, white is not welcomed at the weddings), it’s clear that the clothes we wear not only define us but we also use them to define ourselves.
The only thing that differentiates the concept of fashion and style is first is embedded in time while second is timeless .. the choice lays with the you..
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Yes, clothing helps in sending and deliver a message but it’s up to individual to choose what kind of message one wants to send.
As we all know.... dressing up is a powerful thing and, as it is with every weapon – it should be used carefully so it doesn’t turn against you. So, one should use his/ her wardrobe smartly – to express oneself, boost one's personality...to show the world who we really are. It can really make a difference!
Yes.. dressing up is a powerful way... sometimes to become a part of the group or sometimes to stand out of the group. We'll analysed 👍
ReplyDelete👏👏 Wonderful disposition that discuss in details and uncover various layers of the clothing which is generally ignored by majority of people. It gives a psychological perspective of clothing. Readers will definitely start thinking more consciously while getting ready for an event, after reading this piece of writing. 😃
ReplyDeleteThis is where the author will achieve the target. 👍👍
Got me thinking. Something, like dressing up, which I generally do in auto mode has so much subconscious annotation. Good read.
ReplyDeleteVery well researched piece of writing, amalgamated with personal experiences and snippets from the North East. I m sure readers will find it useful.
ReplyDeleteA very lucid analysis of a routine activity of dressing up. The relationship between clothing and event are nicely explained. Nice article sir.
ReplyDeleteA well handled topic. Very interwsting
ReplyDeleteAs the decade progressed, fashion became more streamline even children's clothing often featured from Disney characters.... Nowadays, most of styles were from 1990s there's only a little change... Like quality of the cloths, etc... Dressing well is an expression of manner... Whatever we wear affects the way we think, act, feel &the way others react to us.... So "dressed to impress other" be in ownself ....
ReplyDeleteDressing is indeed a powerful way to express oneself without words. It not only showcases one’s physical appearance, but also if match with one’s conduct, directly reflects one’s personality and mood. Very well articulated in such simple words, that makes this article so interesting to read. 👏👏👏👏👏
ReplyDeleteClothing sense has been well analyzed with psychological perspective.
ReplyDeleteIt appeals us to carry out empirical research so that we can generalize such aspects with greater confidence.
Excellent!!!!
Dressing sense is a special sense and dresses must be chosen as per the occasion and of course comfort level.
ReplyDeleteSince nothing is permanent except change , the fashion keeps changing but one must adapt to it based on his choice and comfort.
Very very interesting topic. Nicely explained
ReplyDeleteOne interesting takeaway from this beautifully written article is that fashion transcends all age groups. And the impact one's clothing can have is so well described. Thank you for your efforts in emphasising the significance of dressing Sir.
ReplyDeleteThe article is a thoughtful exploration of the power of clothing and its impact on our lives. It provides insightful examples and research to support its claims, and encourages readers to consider the message they are sending with their clothing choices. Anyone interested in fashion, psychology, or personal style would find this article an interesting and informative read. Very well articulated sir...
ReplyDeleteGreat read buddy and some of your own pictures are very well placed as per the context. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteThese are the times where you are the fashion. You like something and you wear it, you don't need an approval 😀.
So there is no particular fashion trend right now. My observation is that just like Bollywood music remixes, people are just experimenting with old fashion and therefore no such thing as fashion of 21st century.
Well researched and analysed on dressing. Dressing up is not the index of mind always rather dressing up has a strong impact on one’s mind. To create a social cognition among, often dress codes are forced on. The way people get dressed, largely depends on socialisation, and grooming. But often peer pressure forces deviation with cognitive dissonance.
ReplyDeleteNicely written! We dress to impress...like a peacock 🦚...we want to look good so we get the stamp of approval. Even wearing out of fashion clothes or wearing crazy outfits are aimed to attract attention...however, dresses cannot be the only basis for judging others. Our basic set is more important than facades we put on...at the end of the day, people value the personality behind the dress more than the dress itself.
ReplyDeleteCheers....
A must read article for one's in every walk of life and will certainly help out change in one's insight(Dash).
ReplyDeleteClosely analysed and it's true
ReplyDeletewell written.... can relate to that has been said.
ReplyDeleteDressing is power to add in your personality
ReplyDeleteWow, what an analysis.....Very nicely explained.
ReplyDeleteWow excellent analysis.no one is thinking this much . A exhaustive analysis compelling to dress up now in proper way .thnx
ReplyDeleteVery True, Clothing or attire of any particular place or region depends upon stereotypes, traditions and event ... All the colour combinations, style and looks of any individual are based on gender stereotypes prevailing in the society.... Newly wedded girl is expected to wear specific dress than of others... Still our fashion choices are sailing beyond the limits due to globalization and expansion in society and educational level... One more aspect that affect fashion is human being spirit to move on and try new things continuously which is responsible for trying sometimes weired looking fashion also...
ReplyDeleteVery well fabricated and researched blog...
Very interesting topic and very nicely explained
ReplyDeleteIt's very serious matter that .now a days people depend on the clothing sense of a person .they don't know what to wear in religious places and outside.they think that if we will expose then only the people give attention on them. I think we should have make a change in the clothing and in our wardrobe
ReplyDeleteVoice is more important than dressing sense
ReplyDeleteA detailed oriented yet lucid statement put down on clothing#✨Also rightly said that choosing a right wardrobe indeed boost one's confidence.😎 I can relate myself to it🥰# To quote one, " With right fashion, every female would be a flame".Please continue disseminating information🌻# You gave mastered niche in blog🌝# Anticipating for the next blog
ReplyDeleteThe comments articulated bring out the real purpose of blog
DeleteVidula, I doubt if this had been put through your sieve of proofreading and still passed muster.
ReplyDeleteThe following errors in syntax, spelling and grammar are conspicuous:-
(a) The first pair of jeans were designed in the late 1870s by Loeb Strauss,-----
(b) Superman T-shirts ----- that he is actually physically stronger then his friends
(c) In fact I feel gym clothes makes one motivated
(d) So, one should use his/ her wardrobe smartly –
Very well articulated and nice blog indeed sir.👍👏 In today's world,fashion is a way of life.People remain concern about their dresses as every occasion has a defined fashion style. If people follow fashion trends, they are noticed by their friends, colleagues, relatives and even by strangers. So right dress for a particular occasion can boost our personality and confidence
ReplyDeleteJai Hind sir, very nicely explained and covered our clothing sence. Regards 🙏
ReplyDeleteJai hind sir,
ReplyDeleteA very well observed, researched and explained article. Thank you for compelling us to think in that direction .
The old advice to dress for the job you want, not the job you have, may have roots in more than simply how others perceive you—many studies show that the clothes you wear can affect your mental and physical performance. Although such findings about so-called enclothed cognition are mostly from small studies in the laboratory that have not yet been replicated or investigated in the real world, a growing body of research suggests that there is something biological happening when we put on a snazzy outfit and feel like a new person.
ReplyDeleteWell written Rajnish 👍
I am also in agreement that clothing does affect the cognitive processes, such as perception, attention, and memory. Perceived symbolism of the clothing can influence the wearer's cognitive processes. Like, wearing uniform gives a soldier sense of authority and power that certainly influences the behaviour in social situations. A very well researched and articulated blog. Thanks
ReplyDeleteApt and true! On my good days, i tend to wear clothes that I like wearing, and on my not so good days, I really don't care much about what i wear. So, for me the question is "Is it clothing that affects the mood or the mood that affects the clothing? i guess they are interrelated. Also, just to add, I believe we are most confident when we wear dresses or outfits that we're most comfortable in cause really, my dressing sense might strongly differ from another person's dressing sense. . An interesting write-up, one that's is very much relevant to the Indian society.
ReplyDeleteVery well said! When you dressed elegantly, you feel confident and positive#loving the versatility of fashion you have shown in your post!! No, doubt, a fashionista 😇
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