By Julie Anne M. De Gracia
In
whatever generation you belong, fashion and style could never go wrong. Today,
you don't even need the fashion magazines or style channels on television to
know what to wear on different occasions,or even in an ordinary day-because all
you need is an
internet. Fashionistas
are all over the social media and fashion blogs, dressing up like
celebrities ready for an
unexpected snap shot from a paparazzi.
Whether you're feeling homey and would just want to dress up the lazy way or
you're too fancy to pull
off the scarf and booties, I bet you could not resist the
temptation of posting
your "ootd" picture on Instagram(with the matching photogenic
background and light
filters for more dramatic effect) and with your picture perfect
"ootd" post
comes the huge number of followers hitting the like button. Now, I am
writing this letter to a
girl who has worshipped fashion and social media so much.
Dear young fashionista,
I
understand that social media has truly become a big factor in our life, and the
number of followers,
likes and favorites has become our new gauge of what beauty is. Who wouldn't
want attention and praises for being pretty or gorgeous in snaps? I admit
that there are moments in
my life where I also feel like I wanted to dress up according tomy mood. I love
the favorites and likes too. I also admire my followers and worship
some fashion pieces, so I
post my "ootd" pictures in Instagram as well. I wonder who
elseamong our generation
remembers the true meaning of beauty and the real purpose
of being a young lady in
the society. I have nothing against the fashion bloggers or
aspiring young fashion
icons just like you, I am just simply stating how disappointed I
am to some of our fellow
girls who have been swallowed by trends and blinded by
internet fame. It has
been so obvious that fashion and style have become the latest way
of expressing ones self,
and there's nothing wrong with that to some extent. However, I
still believe that being
a young lady is not just about looking pretty all the time. It's also about
being educated, smart and having a respectable reputation, not just for yourself
but also for all our
fellow girls out there. Now, will you be able to present yourself as
smart and respectable in
your "ootd" photos? I think it's high time that young people
like us show that we are
not just concern on how pretty we can get, but rather on the
image we project.
I
hope that sooner, you become more than that pretty girl from the social media.
Expand your talents-
paint, write, sing or dance. Be an inspiration to other girls by
showcasing your passion.
It is like showing the other side of you. Have a time of your
life in school and make
the most out of it. Let the older generations know that you are
still part of the hope
that this nation always look for. Be dedicated and have a care with your fellow
girls out there. Stand for women's right and be involved in the society's
issues about being a
girl. Be iconic in another way, let the people know that a young
lady is more than a
fashionista from fashion blogs. Dress up classy and decent, be an
image of a true young
beauty.
We
are on the same journey, young fashionista. At this time and age, it is
irresistible to post our "ootd" photos in instagram, facebook or
twitter. I will definitely still do, but we still have to be responsible to
exert more effort in showcasing the other side of us.
We have to show that we
can be an epitome of fashion and character. Good luck and
have a more meaningful
life, I hope you find your interest in the real world soon.
Love,
Julie.
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