Anti-fashion
A few styles have made their way into the
mainstream. Grunge and normcore have been associated with the Anti-Fashion
philosophy. They originated in the early twentieth century when Gabrielle
Chanel promoted a style for the "poor girl" in the form of
"quality clothing." Prince Charles was also considered an
"Anti-Fashion" and "traditional". Similarly, in the 1980s,
punk fashion began to emerge, which emphasized wearing simple, plain T-shirts,
black trousers, boots, and a short hairstyle.
Making and wearing
clothes
Making and wearing clothes as a philosophy
of life has become increasingly important to contemporary culture.
Philosophical discourses about clothing have often been dominated by aesthetic
concerns. But there has also been a growing focus on clothing and appearance
among philosophy students. In fact, since the 1970s, philosophy departments
have exploded, with more philosophers working on clothing issues.
Political stances
in fashion
Political stances in fashion are all around
us and are an important part of today's culture. Whether it is a feminist
protest or the support of the right to equal pay, fashion is political.
Politics has always been a part of fashion, and political stances in fashion
are no different.
Influence of
anti-fashion on fashion
The influence of anti-fashion on fashion
philosophy began with the ideas of Yohji Yamamoto, a designer who was adamant
about following trends and rejecting preexisting fashion narratives. His
anti-fashion philosophy was a reaction to an era of cynicism, instability, and
reactionary malaise. His anti-fashion philosophy was centered on minimalism and
adornment.
Anti-fashion has long roots in history and
has a rich theoretical and anthropological underpinning. Taking a feminist
perspective, anti-fashion examines the mode of dress through a feminist lens.
Throughout history, anti-fashion has become a symbol of values and group
membership, while it empowers its followers.