Fashion in this current day and age, has become a global phenomenon
all around the world. The influence it holds in regards to hundreds of
thousands worldwide is only ever climbing. Whether it is various trending items
that faze in and out faster than they can be produced, or different stereotypes
and their demand for certain "looks", fashion is ever evolving worldwide.
Thanks to globalisation and the use of technology, these fashion trends can be
broadcasted at a universal level within a matter of seconds, and they don't
take much longer to globally catch on.
With the help of technology and globalisation we find that various
trends from around the world and different cultures, are making their way to
other countries on the other side of the planet. This enables us to have a
greater appreciation for other cultures fashion trends and how they express
themselves through fashion and society. Many of these styles catching on around
the globe, a prime example I have noticed being the use of bindis. Originating
from the Indian culture, they are now seen all over the world, and have caught
on to be quite craze.
Events such as the annual AFL Brownlow night are also a
strong example of fashion trends. What used to be about the football players,
and their achievements over the year, has now turned into one big fashion
event. Newspapers the following day have more photographs and critics
discussing various the outfits, instead of actually who won the award. Whether
it be which international designer created the garment or whose dress was
just wrong, there always seems to be opinions in regards to the latest trends
and phases.
(Image by M. Kadri 2007)
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Hey Catherine.
ReplyDeleteGreat post. Fashion plays a huge part in every bodies lives whether embracing the trends or steering clear of them. I like that you have commented on how technology plays a role in fashion as it definitely allows us to see what is popular overseas as well as just finding out how different cultures dress and how they view fashion. Technology and fashion also extends to how we can online shop nearly every brand at any time and being able to do it from our phones as well.