Fashion and Our Identity

Fashion is more than clothing; fashion is a way for individuals to show off their Identities. Have you ever had a pair of pants that fit so perfectly you never want to take them off and every time you wear them you feel amazing? Then you understand how clothes can have such an impact on your confidence and self-esteem. Fashion is not just the clothes and accessories we wear, it is who we are and how we present ourselves to others every day. Whether people dress up or down we can show what makes us different.
Personal identity is creating a stable image of ones’ goals and skills over time. However social identity is how people categorize themselves and others into categories created by societal norms. We can individually have styles of our own that we wouldn’t necessarily wear out, and instead wear something simpler and more conforming to societal standards. Styles can be seen as a way for individuals to communicate without words. However, our personal styles can simultaneously be influenced by our society. Just like following new trends we can also be influenced by family, friends, and others who can impact our self-identity. As we start to find our inner styles and listen to ourselves, rather than others, it becomes easier to have confidence as individuals. Everyone has their own personal identity and style they just have to find it.

By: Willow Kroger