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Celebrating National Dress Day
National Dress Day is celebrated on March 6th every year, and it's a day that honors the significance of the dress in the fashion world. Dresses have been a staple of fashion for centuries, and they have evolved over time to reflect changes in society, culture, and fashion trends.
The history of the dress can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as Greece and Rome, where dresses were worn by women and men alike. In medieval Europe, dresses were a symbol of wealth and status, with the rich and powerful wearing elaborate and ornate gowns made from expensive fabrics and adorned with jewels and other embellishments.
As the fashion industry evolved, so did the dress. In the 1920s, the flapper dress became popular, reflecting the newfound freedom and independence of women. The 1950s saw the rise of the iconic "New Look" dress, with its cinched waist and full skirt, and the 1960s brought the mini dress, a symbol of youthful rebellion.
Today, dresses come in a wide variety of styles, from the elegant and sophisticated to the casual and comfortable. They are worn for all kinds of occasions, from weddings and formal events to everyday wear.
On National Dress Day, it's important to celebrate the history and significance of the dress in the fashion world. Whether you prefer a classic style or a trendy look, the dress will always be a timeless and essential piece of fashion.
So, in honor of National Dress Day, why not treat yourself to a new addition to your wardrobe? Head over to our store and browse our limited collection of unique and stylish vintage dresses. Who knows, you might just find your new favorite outfit! I personally love this timeless Marni dress, check it out!
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Don't let anyone dim your light
"Don't let anyone dim your light."
A few blog posts back I started discussing style bullies, which in my opinion is one of the top reasons why we don't see people wearing what they really want and/or love every day. Style bullies are everywhere... some of their comments can be more passive than aggressive, but nonetheless , it's still bullying. For instance, have you ever heard something like this: "Where are you going all dressed up like that?"
When you speak fashion, you do not only become fluent in a new language (which as with any language, expands your brain capacity); you realize its communication superpower. We could go even further and make an argument around compassion. But we will discuss that another day.
Why do people bully? They might feel powerless, they might feel insecure, they might be surrounded by bullies, etc... When you wear what you love, you not only show #confidence and #self-esteem, you show intention and effort to be your true self. When you are legitimate and real, you invite and encourage others to do the same. I don't know about you, but I want everyone to shine their own light and live their best life.
My dream for #Columbus is that our #community feels the power of fashion and experiences the freedom that comes from it!
#FashionColumbus #ColumbusFashion
#ExperienceColumbus #614fashion #614leadership #WednesdayWisdom
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Talking Fashion Education
Fashion is an industry that is always changing, always evolving. As the industry continues to grow, so does its need for qualified individuals who know what they're doing.There is such a demand for qualified individuals within the industry, that schools like FIT have seen a huge spike in enrollment numbers over the past few years. With over 90% of graduates finding jobs within one year of graduation, it is safe to say that there is enough demand within the industry to sustain itself.Fashion careers are diverse and interesting; what they share in common is creativity and communication skills. Whatever your creative medium may be - you'll find that as long as you know what you're doing - it doesn't matter if you're designing clothes or you're marketing them - Fashion has always been an exciting field where one could truly find their passion! -
#WearYourLove: Turning Your Fashion Superpower On
Wear Your Love: Turning Your Fashion Superpower on written by Priscila Teixeira.Talkingfashion is like talking about breathing — it's one of those things you need to do without thinking. And yet somehow it feels like it's become harder than ever before to make good style choices without feeling self-conscious or pressured by what others think..
.Our feelings around what we wear come from an inner voice that speaks louder when we're unhappy or feel out of place — these feelings then translate into thoughts and behaviors related to wearing clothes. We want you to start talking back to those thoughts, flip them around and remember that you are the only person who has a say in what you wear — if you're happy then dress the way you want!.Create an amazing wardrobe and stand tall knowing you're rocking your signature look!.Turn on your fashion superpower!Xoxo, Priscila -
The Power of Fashion written by Nancy Smeltzer
The Power of Fashion
The final two hours before the fashion show was a frenzy of activity. The room was a cacophony of color and sound.
Twenty-three novice designers had spent the past six weeks visioning, drawing, designing and creating wearable fashions that they would model before moms, dads, brothers, sisters, grandparents and others.