Hello from the PHLUFF Closet! I have finally made the decision to go for it. What is “it” you ask? Well I have decided to pursue my dream; my dream of one day becoming a big fish in the little pond they call the fashion industry. I have considered going on this journey for quite some time now. During my undergraduate career I fought with the idea of pursuing a career in fashion. As we all know the world of fashion is tricky to navigate and can be fickle at times however, becoming a part of it is not an impossible feat. I have kept a critical eye on the fashion industry and its infrastructure and I honestly still have no idea how I will fit into that infrastructure but one thing is for sure…I want in!
But why a blog? It seems that blogs and vlogs are the newest, most popular way to explore one’s interest especially when it comes to fashion. Fashionistas of all shapes and sizes are flooding cyberspace with hauls, tutorials, outfit showcases, etc. It allows the author to express themselves personally as well as display their expertise in hopes of public recognition from the fashion industry. That being said, I intend for this blog to do all of that and more!
So what can you, as the reader, expect from this exploration? If I do my job right, as I intend to, you will get to see fashion and the fashion industry just as I see it. There will be news reports and discussions about what is going on in and around fashion. I will give you my thoughts on current trends, past trends, and things not-so-trendy. There will be designer, photographer, and artist highlights. I will also grace the page with a showcase my personal style every now and then, as well as my styling abilities through look books and “Outfit of the Day” postings.
HOLD ON! There is one more thing…
Something that I didn’t mention…Not only am I doing this blog as a way to advance my knowledge and career with respect to the fashion industry, but I am also doing this as a way to shed one of my biggest fears;self-promotion. Like many people, I have a hard time boasting about my talents. I have decided that this is a fear I am ready to conquer. I am a talented writer, photographer, and stylist and I need to share these talents. Who knows what door(s) could possibly open once I get over my fear of self-advocacy?!
