This morning my students were were synthesizing and presenting about information from a professional fashion trend report. And the topic of aesthetic came up, as a “goth revival aesthetic” for childrenswear. One of the students described aesthetic in this sense as a lifestyle or choices that you make that affect the visual aspects of your environment. Being of a certain age and able to provide perspective, I explained that up until 5 to 7 years ago we would’ve called that a style.
The word aesthetic
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I am a fashion designer, educator, and researcher. My theoretical research focuses on creativity, technology, and fashion systems while my practical research (fashion design) explores the relationship of fabric and the body, eco-effective design and wearable electronic textiles for health and well-being. Ph.D. in Human Environmental Sciences. View more posts
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the concept of “aesthetic” in fashion. It’s interesting to see how the word has evolved over time and taken on different meanings in different contexts. I appreciate your exploration of the various interpretations of the term and how it relates to the fashion industry. It’s important to consider the impact that aesthetic choices have on individuals and society as a whole. It’s also crucial to recognize that fashion is not just about aesthetics, but it can also be used as a form of expression, identity, and activism.
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