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Jun. 25th, 2013 09:50 pm![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
stormdogI returned the car parts, then went grocery and clothes shopping. Goodwill had two shirts I bought for working outside at field school in. Long sleeve, cotton button-ups. I was amused to note that one of them was by Armani; I'll be the best-dressed mud-digger in the field! I also bought a pair of jeans that was a little pricier than the usual thrift store fare, but I decided they were worth it because they make my butt look nice. I will wear them at DuckCon.
Incidentally, I am very much new to paying much attention to my clothing and the way I look. I am, therefore, also quite new to the semiotics and symbolism of fashion. That is, what kind of appearance, mindset, lifestyle, income range, societal niche, etc. are being expressed by particular makers and styles of clothing.
I've realized that, if I have children, I would not advise them that their appearance doesn't matter because people who matter won't judge based on it. Rather, I would tell them that it is important to be aware that their appearance is an act of communication, whether conscious and intentional or not, with many ramifications both gross and subtle. I think that it's probably really handy to at least be aware of that so you can make informed decisions about whether that matters to you.
Anyway, its something I'd like to be more conversant with as I think about how I want to present myself. If that's something you know about, I'd enjoy having a conversation about it some time.
Incidentally, I am very much new to paying much attention to my clothing and the way I look. I am, therefore, also quite new to the semiotics and symbolism of fashion. That is, what kind of appearance, mindset, lifestyle, income range, societal niche, etc. are being expressed by particular makers and styles of clothing.
I've realized that, if I have children, I would not advise them that their appearance doesn't matter because people who matter won't judge based on it. Rather, I would tell them that it is important to be aware that their appearance is an act of communication, whether conscious and intentional or not, with many ramifications both gross and subtle. I think that it's probably really handy to at least be aware of that so you can make informed decisions about whether that matters to you.
Anyway, its something I'd like to be more conversant with as I think about how I want to present myself. If that's something you know about, I'd enjoy having a conversation about it some time.
