I Hate When People Say ‘Fashion is Subjective’
Look, I get it. Everyone’s got their own style. But honestly, some things are just wrong. I mean, come on, cargo shorts with sneakers? No. Just no. I’ve been in this industry for over 20 years, and I’ve seen trends come and go, but some things are timeless. And some things are just trash.
I remember back in 1998, I was working at Vogue, and this intern—let’s call him Marcus—showed up wearing a neon green suit. Green. A suit. I asked him, “Marcus, what were you thinking?” He said, “It’s fashion, Ms. Thompson. It’s all about expression.” Which… yeah. Fair enough. But still. Green.
Fashion is about expressing yourself, but it’s also about knowing what looks good. And sometimes, it’s about knowing what doesn’t. I’ve made my fair share of mistakes. Remember the time I wore that horrendous polka dot dress to the Met Gala? 2005. It was a disaster. I looked like a dalmatian. But I learned. And that’s the point. You gotta learn.
And don’t even get me started on the whole ‘athleisure’ trend. I mean, I get it. Comfort is key. But there’s a time and a place. You can’t wear sweatpants to a job interview. You just can’t. It’s not gonna happen. I had a friend, let’s call her Lisa, who showed up to a client meeting in leggings and a hoodie. The client was a 70-year-old man in a three-piece suit. It did not go well.
But Here’s the Thing About Trends
Trends are tricky. They come and go so fast, it’s hard to keep up. I mean, remember when skinny jeans were in? And now they’re out? And then they’ll be back in again. It’s exhausting. I have a colleague named Dave who swears by trends. He’s always the first to jump on the bandwagon. Last Tuesday, he showed up wearing those ridiculous bucket hats. I said, “Dave, what are you doing?” He said, “It’s a thing, Linda. It’s in.” I said, “It’s not in. It’s out. It’s never been in.” But honestly, who am I to judge? If he likes it, who cares?
I think the key is to find your own style. Don’t just follow trends because everyone else is doing it. Be true to yourself. And if that means wearing cargo shorts with sneakers, well, then, I guess that’s your thing. But just know that I’m judging you.
And speaking of trends, let’s talk about sustainability. It’s not just a trend, it’s a movement. And it’s about time. I’ve been advocating for sustainable fashion for years. It’s not just about looking good, it’s about doing good. I had a conversation with a designer named Sarah about three months ago. She told me, “Linda, the fashion industry is one of the biggest polluters in the world. We need to do better.” And she’s right. We do. So, let’s do better.
I remember when I first started out, sustainability wasn’t even a thought. It was all about the look. But times have changed. And thank goodness for that. I mean, have you seen the state of our planet? It’s a mess. And we’re not helping. But we can. One step at a time. Start with your wardrobe. Buy less, choose well, make it last. It’s that simple.
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But Let’s Get Back to the Point
Fashion is about more than just clothes. It’s about confidence. It’s about feeling good in your own skin. It’s about expressing yourself. And sometimes, it’s about making mistakes. Like that time I dyed my hair blue. It was a disaster. But I owned it. And that’s the point. Own your style. Own your mistakes. Own your journey.
And if you’re not sure where to start, just look around. Look at what inspires you. Look at what makes you feel good. Look at what makes you feel like you. And go from there. It’s that simple.
But remember, fashion is not about following the crowd. It’s about standing out. It’s about being different. It’s about being you. So, be you. Be bold. Be brave. Be fashion.
And for the love of God, don’t wear cargo shorts with sneakers.
Author Bio: Linda Thompson is a senior magazine editor with over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. She’s worked with some of the biggest names in the business and has seen it all. She’s opinionated, she’s blunt, and she’s not afraid to tell it like it is. When she’s not writing, you can find her sipping coffee at the place on 5th, judging people’s outfits.
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