What is fashion to you?
Julie Erlinger said, “Fashion is a lot of things. Fashion is different to all people. My fashion is different from my student’s fashion”.
Fashion, to many, is how they see themselves in the world and is another way for them to express themselves. Others use fashion as a way to separate themselves from others, so that they may be noticed.
UHS Junior, Victoria Hilsheimer said, “[Fashion] It is the way that people want others to see them and how they want to come across”.
Fashion can mean different things to different people. It shows how many different looks there are in the world for people to try and to see which trends go with how they feel and are able to express themselves.
Erlinger said, ” We all define it [fashion] in different ways.”
However, there are some things in fashion that should be avoided at UHS, so that the outfit you wear does not become the next “fashion disaster”.
One of these “fashion disasters” that should be avoided is over-layering outfits. With the change in season and as the temperature gets lower, this problem becomes easier to have and avoiding it is a good thing. When layering outfits try and avoid crazy patterns, as too many patterns can clash badly. The more you add to an outfit the easier it becomes for the outfit to look unappealing and can quickly turn into a “fashion disaster”.
When layering, try using different textures with items of clothing. It will add an interesting layer to the outfit, and staying warm in the colder fall air is easier.
Not confident about how a certain outfit is going to look? Better to put it away till another day. Wearing something that is “out there” can be fun and exciting, however being able to rock the look and not be afraid of what certain people might say is important.
With an outfit never be afraid to accessorize. Try and avoid looking too simple with any particular style. Simple is good, but too simple can be as bad as too complex. For example, with a simple black and white colored outfit try adding a splash of red in there with a scarf, bracelet, or possibly a necklace. However, it is also possible to over accessorize, so if it looks like too much, then it probably is.
After Labor Day many believe that whites should be put away till next year. However, it’s still quite possible to wear white in winter! Just be careful that the white item of clothing fits with the season, and that you do not look like you are trying to make winter the new summer. Off-white jackets are always a yes when trying to add a little flare to outfits for winter!
Hilsheimer said, “High-low skirts are what I’ve been noticing a lot recently”.
Around this time of year a simple yet cute outfit would be a high-low shirt and a crop-top for ladies. The high-low shirt gives an elegant, yet relaxed look for a fall day. However, girls must make sure that the crop-top covers most of their stomachs.
With an outfit, never be afraid to add color. Some dress in plain colors because it is safe, however, adding color can be risky, but if you pull it off, it can look fabulous. When deciding to add color try not to add too much because the more color that is added, the more chaotic an outfit becomes. Also, be sure to break up the colors with a natural color so that you do not end up looking like a clown.
Whatever fashion you choose to rock, always be able to adapt and change as fashion is constantly changing in the world.
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