Through the Lennon glasses.

How would the world seem without change, ever wondered? Here I am refering to the ‘change’ that encompasses one and all, the one we all fall prey to, which directly or indirectly influences us in what we choose to wear, think, look and be. I talk about Fashion, Style and all its synonyms. Here I refer to fashion not only in the tune of clothes, accessories, make-up and all that façade, rather as an identity, character and establishment, because that's what it really is.

I have this strong admiration towards some trends and more of, for the people who symbolize them. There are some distinctive eras that changed the terminology of “Fashion” per se. They were marked by people who were more than just trend setters. They actually invented a living, a culture, a whole generation!! Some vintage styles will never ever die. The emerging new trends are more or less; well planned, designed, marketed and executed versions of what were invented many years ago(with obviously some groundbreaking innovations)

For the immense love I have for the vintage and the old,I decided to write my first post over it! The innocent charm of some trademark styles is what makes them so impeccable. You can just never go wrong with it. Here are some of the remarkable ones!

Red means love....

The red lip colour has announced long ago,that it’s back to reign!! and this time with no intention of fading away in time. Marilyn Monroe institutionalized this fashion statement in the 50’s and how! You don't necessarily need the white halter neck dress and wind blowing from below to make the effect. We can wear it with the formal look, with the sexy party look, the rugged tank top look and everything else possible on this earth. It makes the world a beautiful place because it makes us feel beautiful from within. Wearing the red lip colour brings out the hidden Marilyn Monroe in every girl spiced up with the aura of our own individual personalities. Go glossy or matte, but don't forget the panache!

Punk me!

The garage rock punk style that rooted in the 70’s has never completely gone out of fashion. It was regarded as the most rebellious form of style back then because of the bold nature of the hairstyles, accessories, tattoos and other body modifications that accompanied it. Punk style has managed to survive every hurdle in its way and till today adorns our closets in one form or the other. The intensity of this style has been evidently toned down to a great extent to make it look more acceptable yet chic. This style varies more with the mood. It is instrumental with the feeling of darkness and outrage displaying strength and freedom. It exists today in our black nail paints, ear studs, leather jackets, studded boots, band tees, ripped mesh, chunky wristbands, bullet belts and the list is endless! Bands like Ramones, Sex Pistols, The Clash etc were regarded as the originators of the punk lifestyle as a whole. It's a style to be worn when you feel like going out there on your own and walking the streets like they are all yours!!!

*The Hipster*

This one’s my favorite. Though the hippie culture is rooted before the punk culture I decided to put it in the end because it is special. It has to have a distinct space. I don't know if you have, but I am noticing this cool style gaining momentum yet again. Born in the 60’s this style represented a way of living. Hipsters embraced natural beauty and believed in harmony and peace. They expressed this through their dressing; bell-bottoms, floral shirts, bandanas, tie-dyed tops, gypsy skirts, beaded necklaces and the mandatory Lennon glasses!

John Lennon is the name that hits our head when we talk about hippie music and style. He was not only looked upon for the music he created, but also for the style statement that he so effortlessly exuded with the sheer rawness of his chestnut brown colour beard, his shoulder length hair and the round glasses that started nothing less than a revolution! No wonder they have come back with a bang and are serving to one and all..

See the world through your Lennon glasses and you will know its really a circle, where everything comes back to where it began.  *Peace*