With 2009 come and gone, it is once again a time to reflect on the passing year. In entertainment, we saw the darker side of a young musician (CB), the death of a pop legend, and a tiger who showed his true strips. In terms of fashion we have continued to see how fashion evolves and adapts to our ever-changing environment. Specific to 2009, we saw that fashion has returned to the idea of the individual, rather than fashionistas drooling over this season's "it" bag. In a rough economic downturn, the fashion individual was reborn because at the end of the day, we can't afford new clothes like we once could, and we are therefore forced to re-invent what we already own. If there was anytime to say, "anything goes", 2009 was the starting line. Fashion in this sense has become more interesting because each person can now be their own, unique artist when it comes to their wardrobe.
Even with this noteworthy idea that anything and everything goes, that doesn't mean there weren't certain trends that left a stylish footprint in our hearts. Some styles and trends worth reflecting on: A good sequin. The return of the 80s & a MC Hammer harlem pant. Emphasized shoulders. Platforms that take on new heights. The death of the UGG boot as "fashionable" (thank god!). The plaid button down (I am happy this one is fizzling out, eek). Ankle boots. Headpieces - anything from feathered to hippie headbands. Anything that is zipped and studded.
For me, 2009 was an eventful year with a college graduation, the european adventure, a close, yet big move to the bright, Hollywood lights of Los Angeles, and the launch of my career in fashion publishing. With so many changes in 2009, I have a feeling 2010 will continue to bring unexpected surprises. So, until we meet again next year, have a happy happy New Year.
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