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“Passion has helped us; but can do so no more.” –Abraham Lincoln
Every era has its fashion. The hip hop clock and the wild rock hair, of the 80’s in contrast to the work suit and conservative skirts of the 80’s. The semi suits and low casual dress contrasted to the “let’s lose the tie!” of the 90. For the late 90 and early 2000 I wondered what the fashion was till I remember two women walking down the street. Belly rings, Cute tattoo and jeans; and one was the mother!
For years, work fashion and High Fashion have been in in silent contrast. What you do outside of work has not brocaded the line in many places. However, the 2000 are turning that on its head.
I can be business casual at work and then wear that same “setup” to the bar or club. I work in a place where ripped jeans and halter tops are acceptable while on “client” days my coworkers surprise me by being dressed up. It’s amazing the shear difference in their appearance.
But now I have to take up a bit of universal fashion, a perfect crossover of work and play: The 4 inch Mossimo Giannulli shoes * thank you target*, specifically the pumps. Remember when wherein a 4 inch to work was considered insanity? Not any more. And I’m not talking crazy stripper shoes here with the plastic see thur top but specifically the Pumps.: Very stylish and worn everywhere. Infact I’d say it’s about the most copied design, available at Victoria Secret (not the same name ) or Amazon, Target or Shoes. Com. The best part is that I see 22 year olds wearing them, and 55 year olds. But they are also a sophisticated shoe and really shouldn’t be worn by someone under 25.
Funny, what becomes acceptable as time goes on. I can’t wait for the new fashion on the 2010’s
OceansOfThought @ May 20, 2008