Can Personal Style Lead Us to a More Sustainable Fashion Future?
It wasn’t until I had spent a great portion of time in Silicon Valley that I realized how much my sense of identity and mood are intrinsically tied to my style choices. In the land of jeans, hoodies, Patagonia fleece vests, outfit kits (VC starter kit, anyone?), and few outliers that simply confirm the rule, I felt out of place, observed, and aware of my black-wearing, tabis-dragging self like never before.
Style clearly isn’t a priority for a place that influences people’s daily habits all over the world. At first glance the idea of casualness over the need for expression seemed comforting, almost freeing. Pull on a pair of jeans and sneakers, and off you go. Anywhere. But for someone who sees dressing as a creative outlet, it soon became pretty limiting, almost suffocating. Like there would suddenly appear an invisible barrier that limited my ability to express myself.
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Unknown Famous Designer was the name of Niko Kralj’s anthological exhibition highlighting the lifetime achievements of prolific Slovenian designer, architect and lecturer few years ago. I used it as the title of this story because it perfectly sums up the relationship we have with a pioneer of Slovenian industrial design who was often overlooked. Nearly [...]
For many considered the most beautiful time of the year can become quite challenging when you are faced with the list of everyone you need to show your gratitude. This year we encourage you to slightly change the perspective and consider a more thoughtful approach to gifting. Set the tone for a memorable holiday gift [...]
Minimalism is a movement that flowed from popular art to home design in the 1960s, yet it’s still regarded as one of the most innovative styles. Minimalism has been labeled the pioneer of forward-thinking design. Minimal interior design breaks a room into the necessities—this means every single item must be functional. It values combination of [...]
Summer is the season of simplicity. Rapidly increasing temperatures call for comfort and light, airy garments in all-natural fabrics. Instead of dressing down, keep cool with separates that look polished and fit flawlessly. Prepare for the change of pace by refining your wardrobe to a handful of trusted pieces by our independent designers and sustainable [...]
On Personal Style
Can Personal Style Lead Us to a More Sustainable Fashion Future?
It wasn’t until I had spent a great portion of time in Silicon Valley that I realized how much my sense of identity and mood are intrinsically tied to my style choices. In the land of jeans, hoodies, Patagonia fleece vests, outfit kits (VC starter kit, anyone?), and few outliers that simply confirm the rule, I felt out of place, observed, and aware of my black-wearing, tabis-dragging self like never before.
Style clearly isn’t a priority for a place that influences people’s daily habits all over the world. At first glance the idea of casualness over the need for expression seemed comforting, almost freeing. Pull on a pair of jeans and sneakers, and off you go. Anywhere. But for someone who sees dressing as a creative outlet, it soon became pretty limiting, almost suffocating. Like there would suddenly appear an invisible barrier that limited my ability to express myself.
Read the rest of the article for free at utopiast substack.
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