Fashion

Disclaimer: I'm not a fashion professional and It is something that has got my interest; and I'm still in a learning process.

We are a living product. The way a product is packaged is captures our attention,in order to further explore its contents. After exploration comes the part where we decided if we need the product; and if we do, how and where should it fit into our lives? Some products we come across are functional, others are more of aesthetic value. So, how does this apply to you and fashion?

Think of yourself as a brand and the world around you as patrons in need of this brand. Do you want to be the brand that is bland or one that stands out, is appealing, admired and a must have? Your fashion is the packaging of your brand, at least on the surface level. It could also be your initial selling point; hopefully you (the brand) as a person possess even greater qualities that extend beyond your packaging.

Growing up I didn't really take much notice of fashion. I just saw it more as nice clothes, watches etc. How it came together didn't really matter. Sometimes I didn't care for what others thought. We all know quite a few people like that. Sometimes we want to say something to them, but we feel it's not our place to do so. Well, thank God for blogs, lol.
So, why is fashion important? Well, because it is something you do for yourself and for others. When you take good care of yourself by looking and smelling nice, it helps you feel better about yourself. People who come in contact with you can sense that energy. Even if they have no reason to talk to you; just seeing you can put a smile on their face or even inspire them to want to be like you. In the likelihood that they do talk to you...ok, before they do talk to you. They could be thinking, "My he/she looks and smells good; has a great sense of style, takes pride in himself etc. I'd like to know what he's about"...ok, so in the likelihood they do talk to you. Chances are they will compliment you on your efforts. I'm sure the compliments would add to the confidence you already have or even help make a bad day slightly better.

Let's take it even further, perhaps that compliment has now opened the door to a conversation, this is where your great inner quality now takes over. It even gets better, next thing you know you are talking about your interests and you make a friend or get a date, maybe even land that job if you were at an interview. Why? All because you took the time and effort. Eventually, it becomes second nature and effortless.

In summary you are a brand and your fashion is your packaging. A great package attracts on-lookers. Who may end up interacting with it. Such interactions can leave you and your audience feeling good. The next aspect of this fashion subject focus is on virtues and guidelines, because it's very easy to run wild or even get lost in the fashion world.