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Fashion "Rules"
Category: TV & Film
Duration: 00:29:00
Publish Date: 2022-10-11 04:10:00
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Fashion rules abound and, historically, it's the patriarchy that has embedded them into our collective psyche. That's right: women's clothing is heavily influenced by the opinions of men, and just a few of the most common man-inspired fashion "rules" include:

  • Women would do well to wear "flattering" clothes (a.k.a. ones that bring them closer to the coveted hourglass silhouette).
  • External appearance is paramount to comfort (Here's looking at you SPANX, stilettos, and wired push-up bras).
  • While strong, straight silhouettes are powerful and masculine; tall and curvy ones are inherently feminine. If women want to be taken seriously, they must power dress (think: blazers and straight, tailored slacks).


Fashion rules tend to influence our shopping habits whether we realize it or not. Today I'm speaking with personal stylist Dacy Gillespie about *exactly how* to reject societal messaging around what you "should" wear so you can live your best intentional life.

 

Here's a preview:

[4:15] The concept of “flattering” is a part of diet culture. Here's why it shouldn't be a priority in your wardrobe

[8:30] Exactly how the trend cycle preys on women's insecurities to sell clothes

[13:00] Thoughts on the guilt many of us experience when we reject commonly held fashion rules

[15:15] Influencer culture and why we shouldn't buy what our favorite influencers recommend

[19:00] The patriarchy and the male gaze: How women have historically been conditioned to prioritize their external appearance over their own comfort

[22:00] Practical ways to reject commonly held fashion rules next time you shop for clothes


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