who is to say what art is? it is an idea expressed creatively and symbolically.
where i come from, we have embraced everything from paint to ceramics to human movement as artistic media.. and yet we cant seem to embrace the world of fabrics in the same way we accept paints types. i have to say, this is something that consistently disappoints me.
i have a lot of theories as to why this is, but i dont want to go in that direction with this post. rather, i would simply like to praise the cities that show the art of fashion alongside traditional art, for fashion is the art that we can utilize in our everyday lives, and this bridge is so vital if we are to move forward.* even in the most uninspiring surroundings, a creative scarf or artisan perfume can give you a sense of individuality.
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*i think of fashion as the link between art and life. sometimes - as much as i loooove art - it can seem removed from reality, but reality is just no fun without art. how convenient a bridge, these neglected fabrics are.
