The art of Minimalism in Fashion
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When you hear the word - ‘Minimalist’ what is the first thing which crosses your mind, it is about living with whatever you have? Creating a minimalist lifestyle? Buying clothes which are minimalist?
It can mean different things to different people, but I will be taking this forward in my way of what is minimalist fashion means, through a story -
The story goes -
A young woman named Priya lived in the centre of a busy city, in the thick of the tornado of extravagance and trends. Though many of her contemporaries followed the newest trends in fashion, Priya had always been drawn to understated elegance and simplicity. She thought that the essence of less was more important than excess in authentic style.
But Priya didn’t know that excessive overconsumption had disastrous results. Clothes waste overwhelmed landfills, contaminating the environment and accelerating climate change. Clothing workers were exploited by a system that prioritised profit over human rights, forcing them to work in hazardous conditions for pitiful pay. Additionally, underprivileged groups worldwide suffered as the fashion industry's ravenous appetite devoured their resources and jeopardised their means of subsistence.
Nevertheless, hope persisted despite the mayhem and devastation. Priya started to realise the actual price of her past materialism, She set off on a voyage of self-discovery in search of fulfilment and significance that extended beyond the boundaries of material goods.
Priya first discovered minimalism when she happened upon a vintage shop hidden down a peaceful alley. She experienced a wave of serenity as she browsed the racks of classic clothing. These modest clothes appealed to her soul in a world full of chaos and loudness.
Motivated by her recent revelation, Priya set out to adopt a minimalist look for her own clothes. She got rid of everything unnecessary from her wardrobe, preserving only items that gave her happiness and meaning. All that was left were a few essential items that served as the basis for her minimalist wardrobes - dresses that could be worn with anything, cut trousers, jeans fresh black/white shirts, jackets and so.
With every well chosen ensemble, Priya learned the value of minimalism. The lack of clutter gave her freedom and helped her concentrate on the things that really mattered. She felt liberated from the pressure to follow fading trends and could now confidently and gracefully exhibit her own sense of style.
As Priya’s journey progressed, her simple style started to influence other people. Her easy elegance fascinated both friends and strangers, who asked her for guidance on creating their own minimalist ensembles. Priya freely imparted her knowledge, inspiring people to value simplicity and the power of less.
Priya once got the best opportunity to work for a brand called ‘SUSAN FANG’ for London fashion week AW24, as she observed the brand and it’s work closely, she is amazed by the concept of home and comfort that resonates with her own minimalist style. She saw the bags which resembles honey comb, the accessories like start fish and sea shells, the dress made of tulle fabric embodies the waves of ocean, which is indeed natures beauty fallen on this clothes, she saw comfort, beauty all at one place, you can still be fresh and stylish even when repeating the clothes. Priya spread her minimalist concept among designers, influencers, and fashionistas, which led to a renewed respect for simplicity in the industry.
(Just a matter of time even this part 👇 of story can become true)
Priya’s impact increased after that day, and her minimalist movement had far-reaching repercussions. Designers started to favour classic silhouettes and clean lines, while buyers prioritised quality above quantity. The fashion industry changed, moving in the direction of thoughtful consumption and sustainability.
Ultimately, Priya came to understand that minimalism was a way of life rather than only a style statement. It was about enjoying the beauty of simplicity in a world that frequently looked hectic and overwhelming, living consciously, and concentrating on the things that really mattered. Priya believed that the spirit of less would never stop inspiring and elevating people who dared to accept it as she looked to the future.
Thus, Priya’s story and the consequences of overindulging in fashion served as a potent reminder that real beauty is found in the quality of our relationships and the influence we have on the world around us, not in the amount of stuff we own.
Her story didn’t end here, It kept on going to become a movement…..
Note- Do you know the quest of "material wealth" and excessive consumption particularly of apparel have a complicated relationship. Furthermore, our culture of wasteful spending has been fostered by the assumption that everyone should own everything, despite the necessity And overproduction, the quick creation of inexpensive apparel, which retailers advertise as must-haves and seasonal collections, tempts consumers to stockpile everything. since overproduction plays a significant role in the issue, consumers cannot only be held solely responsible. The fashion sector is one of the most polluting, with over 100 billion clothes made per year and 92 million tonnes ending up in landfills, according to data supplied by earth.org.
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