It is those weeks when I feel more defeated in finding crucial fashion statements that I manage to find exactly what I’m looking for. What I look for on my weekly so-called expeditions is simple: a unique fashion style that not only relates to the fashion industry and its relevant trends, but a statement that manages to infuse a sense of cultural belonging. This is what I like about this engaging website—it’s not just about fashion; it’s also about culture and overall college influence. I find no point in simply doing college trend reporting without looks that provide all these kinds of elements. And this necklace was not the exception.
Starting as an abstract technique originating from antique geometric paintings, the color-block trend found its cherished way onto this world’s fashion collections. As ironic as it may sound, color-block reappears in today’s collections as if it were avant-garde, even if this trend has been used and reused in the past—be it hand-painting techniques or clothing—it somehow manages to remain constant and timeless. Something very similar happens with monochrome trends, in spite of its constant usage and origins. Moreso, it is important to analyze the other side of this trend. Apart from its transcendence in paintings and clothes, color-blocking is found throughout several worldwide cultures; in this case, Mexican culture. If you ever visit this country and go to southern states, you’ll notice that it possesses traditional and very colorful objects, from traditional clothes to handicrafts. This is something that has been part of this culture from hundreds of years ago. It is a colorful country which is exactly why this necklace carries within itself many statements. Speaking for myself, whether I like or dislike our culture, I believe it’s crucial to see everything from other perspectives. I love when looks have a sense of belonging and when they’re being proudly established. Think of iconic looks such as the New York or the Parisian style if you don’t ever think this is the case. Now, let’s see how the Fashionista wore this necklace with a daily casual look.
Firstly, she smartly chose a comfy blouse to go well with the necklace and to make it stand out. A lapis blouse (lowlight) complemented the color-blocking necklace (highlight) in a perfect way. A more primary-color would have been great too. To lighten down the outfit a little bit, she wore black jeans, creating a sensible color palette. Also, her sleek and chic beige flats, which have always been a major trend in Monterrey due to their practicality and our hot summers, are spot on with everything else. To finalize this fashion statement, this detail made the outfit look up-to-date, but still carried within itself an abstract cultural statement.
How To: To create fashion statements like this, you can look for color-blocking necklaces/accessories with the color palette of your choice and mixing everything else up in a chic way. Don’t be afraid to use colors—after all, it’s color-blocking.
