I was trying to find something worthwhile to wear today. Something I hadn’t worn for like the hundredths of times. After another thoughtful glace at my wardrobe, I gave up and plumped myself on the sofa with utter dissatisfaction at the outfit that was literally ‘wearing’ me out; My “don’t care, am at home anyways- sweats”.
Now I do love wearing them, but after a long time doing my cooking, cleaning and chores one’s gotta get sick of them, and so I was…today. I finally was “over” my sweats I once so loyally adored. I declared myself officially out of love with them.
My taste in clothes changes like the seasons of the year. Presently, with the changing of colors in trees, I find myself leaning towards a more somber, deep palette. Hues of deep maroon and blues dipped in the darkest of night, pop to my imagination and linger in my mind until I find myself looking for that one outfit to quench my thirst. Ladies, I know! We’ve got a common problem here, it’s an epidemic. I, however, go a bit further and follow what’s on the runway in
This Fall season is all about the greys’, the metallics, the deep purples, the layering and furthermore the emphasis lies on ‘comfort’ in the oversized sweater dresses we’ll most likely find ourselves in, paired with comfy leggings that are decked in boots. My oh my….that’s what’s the
Vera Wang’s new collection; ‘Simply Vera’, has noticeable grey’s and purple tones with frolic (this word originates from the Dutch: “Vrolijk”, meaning; happy, merry) & playful touches to the hems of skirts, blouses and sweaters. I love it when a big designer finally makes an affordable collection for the normal public and incorporates the latest fashion. Not only are designers becoming smarter in marketing their products, but this mass production of brand clothing is easily available to us online through different markets, such as
Have you ever, even by accident, stopped to watch an Asian/Korean channel along the way and observed their culture through their soap series or other entertaining shows? Well, I have. In fact, I was recommended by someone to watch a Korean drama based on a very innocent love story full of mischief and fun. The one thing that really stood out in my eyes was the modesty of the show; the story lines and characters were heartwarming and fun to watch with the entire family. There was no indecency whatsoever and above all, the actors were splendidly dressed in the very latest fashionable brand clothing. From the ‘watch’ they wore on their wrist to the style of their hair, everything was impeccably presented and I was in awe, not only with their fashion sense and humoristic behavior, but also with the young flawless looking skin; has gotta do with green tea and seafood, I tell ya! ;)
Let’s get an up-close look and dissect the neutral in Grey’s Anatomy (not the tv series! :)
From Wikipedia.com:
Neurology: The substance that composes the brain is referred to as "grey matter", and for that reason the color is associated with things intellectual.
Parapsychology: It has been asserted that those who are suffering from the mental illness of depression have grey auras. [5]
Parties: A "grey person" is someone who goes unnoticed, a wallflower.
Psychology: The color grey represents pessimism whereas its opposite, optimism, is represented by the color rose. A concept that is in a Grey area is a concept about which one is unsure what category in which to place it.
Religion: In the Christian religion, grey is the color of ashes, and therefore a biblical symbol of mourning and repentance, described as sackcloth and ashes. It can be used during Lent or on special days of fasting and prayer.
Sociology: Grey symbolizes mediocrity, the background noise of society.
UFOs: Tiny grey aliens, with large, tear-shaped black eyes are referred to as "little greys" in popular UFO conspiracy theories and in science-fiction.
Funny, isn’t it? How one word can have several different meaning in a variety of contexts? Whether the color is used in Fashion or scientific analogy, ‘grey’ has definitely a lot more depth than I thought! However, one dilemma remains unsolved; what to wear today? Oh well, I’m not obsessing today and neither tomorrow. As the Psychology section states above: “A concept that is in a Grey area is a concept about which one is unsure what category in which to place it.”
Let’s just say I don’t want to be unsure, so now I know to place my concept of the Grey's in the category of, surely enough…
Shopping!!! ;)
3 comments:
How come grey clothes are popular, but not grey hairs? Isnt hair part of fashion?
Hi,
Well, I believe that gray hair, if grown fully and not dyed at all; symbolizes life's mortality and makes one look unique and perhaps fashionable. Our society has not embraced gray hair in women as it has on men.
I've always thought men with gray hair looked more dignified and sharp, whereas women suddenly tend to look older than they may be. Also, its known/assumed that women age faster than men, but live longer. So gray hair on men is found more attractive than on women, although every one has their preferences.
My grandma never dyed her hair and she is no doubt, the most beautiful woman I have ever known. I guess its all about the way you age and carry yourself. Hair is definitely a part of fashion and that is why we women fuss so much on it. You can make it a fashion statement while standing confident in your shoes, or before u know, the media will make gray hair a frenzy! :) It only takes one celebrity to go down the red carpet with gray hair, for the rage to catch on...
I love Dove's campaigns, since they embrace the true beauty in women. In their advertisement, you'll find women of all ages, with gray hair and wrinkles...looking beautiful and all natural. I find pure honesty in the saying; Beauty lies in the eye of the Beholder.
There is more than our eye catches on the surface...there is certainly... a "Beyond".
I dont like the dove adds. I dont like seeing fat naked people on TV.
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