Julia Harvey
Tradition in apparel has become consistent in the world over the past centuries. It is very apparent as we come off of our holiday season every year, that we enjoy the warm colors of winter and darker tones in order to stay warm and deflect the cold weather.
Vibrant reds, purples, and darker tones are popular to represent the celebration of holidays and the New Year. However, I feel that these warm colors also represent warm feelings towards others. After all, the holidays are about being with family and friends. What’s better to represent that than with a cozy red sweater or a soft blue scarf? The colors seem to melt the ice and snow outside to create a more friendly environment with the people you are with.
In contrast, winter white corduroy and sweaters also ring in the New Year with spirit and optimism.
With these tones representing the season in mind, the clothes we wear ultimately represent the mood of the season and the people.
Sequins portray party and wildness this winter. Unlike the classic warm colors of the season, sequins bring an essence of party and revolution for the new decade beginning with 2010.
As we gradually march towards spring, we will be reminded of the bright and cheery pastels as our wardrobe begins to lighten up. But for now, we will still celebrate the snowy days and cozy sweaters.
