Here are some thoughts I had in the past week and a half.

passive vs active fashion

This week, the topic that stayed with me after a conversation with my co-founder was the connection between clothing and self-expression. This conversation quickly evolved into a broader discussion about how people approach life. From my observations, many people live their lives passively, conforming to societal norms and pursuing what is generally considered "good". This is evident not only in their behaviour but also in the way they dress.

It's important to note that I'm generalizing here and that there’s a lot more to this, which is why these are simply raw thoughts rather than a life philosophy.

To clarify, I don't believe that only those who dress extravagantly live their lives consciously - after all self-expression through clothing is a luxury that not everyone has. However, if a person includes a small detail, such as an unusual knot or twist, it signals that they put some thought and effort into their appearance. Even if this detail was unintentional, people will still perceive it as a deliberate choice.

Because why do we care about what we wear? To make a statement, to feel a certain way, to communicate our personality or a personality of choice.

Multidisciplinarity

In my previous post, I mentioned my admiration for multidisciplinary artists who blur the boundaries and break down walls between different art forms, particularly in fashion. Over the past year and a half, due to the "breakup" of my parents and family, I have also witnessed barriers being broken down in my personal life. While some of these barriers were negative and hurtful, others were beneficial for achieving peace and in the long run and revealed new facets of the characters of those involved.

Inspired by Leandra Medine, the founder of Manrepeller and the Cereal Aisle, I think that midlife crises happen in part because individuals feel trapped in their careers and lack motivation or opportunities to explore their potential. Fashion, especially digital fashion, can be a role model for people to expand their horizons and pursue new creative ventures.

I believe that individuals who take on multiple creative disciplines and businesses, like Pharrell Williams, who recently became the creative director of Louis Vuitton menswear, can inspire others to reconsider their life choices. When someone has been stuck in the same job for years and has built their identity around it, it can be challenging to explore new things and believe in themselves outside of their comfort zone.

Digital fashion, as I know it, is largely influenced by technology and that’s what makes it truly multidisciplinary. The industry is driven by individuals with diverse backgrounds who use a range of technologies to bring their ideas to life. From world-building tools like Unreal Engine to 3D tools that allow for the creation of patterns and textures that exceed the limits of real-world physics, the possibilities for entering the digital fashion industry are endless.

Slowly but surely I am beginning to feel more liberated as well. I love this industry!

Here are some thoughts I had in the past week and a half.

passive vs active fashion

This week, the topic that stayed with me after a conversation with my co-founder was the connection between clothing and self-expression. This conversation quickly evolved into a broader discussion about how people approach life. From my observations, many people live their lives passively, conforming to societal norms and pursuing what is generally considered "good". This is evident not only in their behaviour but also in the way they dress.

It's important to note that I'm generalizing here and that there’s a lot more to this, which is why these are simply raw thoughts rather than a life philosophy.

To clarify, I don't believe that only those who dress extravagantly live their lives consciously - after all self-expression through clothing is a luxury that not everyone has. However, if a person includes a small detail, such as an unusual knot or twist, it signals that they put some thought and effort into their appearance. Even if this detail was unintentional, people will still perceive it as a deliberate choice.

Because why do we care about what we wear? To make a statement, to feel a certain way, to communicate our personality or a personality of choice.

Multidisciplinarity

In my previous post, I mentioned my admiration for multidisciplinary artists who blur the boundaries and break down walls between different art forms, particularly in fashion. Over the past year and a half, due to the "breakup" of my parents and family, I have also witnessed barriers being broken down in my personal life. While some of these barriers were negative and hurtful, others were beneficial for achieving peace and in the long run and revealed new facets of the characters of those involved.

Inspired by Leandra Medine, the founder of Manrepeller and the Cereal Aisle, I think that midlife crises happen in part because individuals feel trapped in their careers and lack motivation or opportunities to explore their potential. Fashion, especially digital fashion, can be a role model for people to expand their horizons and pursue new creative ventures.

I believe that individuals who take on multiple creative disciplines and businesses, like Pharrell Williams, who recently became the creative director of Louis Vuitton menswear, can inspire others to reconsider their life choices. When someone has been stuck in the same job for years and has built their identity around it, it can be challenging to explore new things and believe in themselves outside of their comfort zone.

Digital fashion, as I know it, is largely influenced by technology and that’s what makes it truly multidisciplinary. The industry is driven by individuals with diverse backgrounds who use a range of technologies to bring their ideas to life. From world-building tools like Unreal Engine to 3D tools that allow for the creation of patterns and textures that exceed the limits of real-world physics, the possibilities for entering the digital fashion industry are endless.

Slowly but surely I am beginning to feel more liberated as well. I love this industry!