FBFF - Fashion Beauty Friend Friday

1. Do you think there is an incompatibility between feminism and a love for fashion?
When I see a woman with a fantastic pencil skirt, blouse, and killer heels… I see a strong, confident woman. I also don’t see fashion as something frilly and silly. For instance, I don’t think girls who are obsessed with [trying to think of something that wouldn’t offend too many people] Hello Kitty and miniskirts aren’t into fashion. Fashion is Michael Kors, Dolce & Gabana, Dior - something that exudes power and strength. Men who love fashion aren’t considered feminists, are they?

2. There is more to each of us than a love for fashion, how do you incorporate every aspect of yourself into your blog?
Although I’ve yet to do a “fashion” post, and although my blog is relatively new, I think my true personality shines through in the topics I chose to write about. I don’t like to cook, so I’m going to pretend I went to this wonderful cooking class at Central Market.

3. With the fashion industry still being a male-dominated profession, how do you think it would differ if women played a larger role?
Maybe there would be less sex appeal? I love men’s designs. My favorite is Ralph Lauren. And the only women designers I can think of are too weird for me – Stella McCartney i.e. I’ll probably be purchasing some Heidi Klum maternity clothes soon, but other than that, I think I prefer men designers.

4. How is your self-image and the way you carry yourself informed by your beliefs?
Informed? Unfortunately, I don’t think my beliefs match the way I carry myself or my self-image. I believe God has made us individuals for a reason. I know something of the things I think he has “plagued” me with are probably for my benefit. But I forget this often. It’s more of something I remind myself of when I get down, not something that keeps me up.

5. Do you think clothing/makeup/hair helps communicate the truth about yourself or are those things superfluous add-ons?
I am an avid watcher of What Not to Wear and this is their biggest message. It takes a lot beyond first impression to change your opinion of someone. In the workplace (not my workplace because it’s very casual), if I see a sloppy dresser, I see a sloppy worker. Is this always the case? No. Especially with men. If I see someone on the street wearing “super cool” clothes, I’ll think they must have a “super cool” personality! Or whatever the case may be. Do I think I reflect my true self? Most of the time – classic, reliable, and not full of a lot surprises.... oh, and sleepy!