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WELCOME TO MY BLOG

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Hello, My name is Triniti Alexia, and welcome to my Blog!

I typically find it hard to describe myself in 3 words because, like most people, ​it depends on the day. So I’ll start by sharing the things I like, and give you an ​opportunity to understand a little more about me. I love clothes and food, and ​I'm a student so all of that is either bought at Lidl or from a charity store. I ​would say I am a cat person but who doesn't love dogs?! I thrive in warm ​weather and a cold drink in hand. From age 14 to now (aged 20) I have been ​living in Spain, so my love for Sangria is unparalleled and I will never stop ​raving about ‘croquetas de jamon’, even if their origin is French. They are just ​too good.

I go to the gym quite a lot but it also doesn't take much for me to be ​convinced to stay in and order pizza, and I absolutely love writing. I guess that ​last one was obvious but in case it wasn't, I thought it best to reiterate. I enjoy ​writing poetry and song lyrics as ways to connect with words differently, and I ​used to dream of being a journalist or editor, but have recently set my sights ​on interior design since starting my degree.

So I guess there it is, a little about me. If you in any way enjoyed this part then ​you have to read my blog now. Go on, click the link ;)

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I am currently an ambassador for Torchwear, which is an athletic-​wear brand dedicated to making breathable, sustainable, and ​comfortable active wear. They strive to make people feel empowered ​and confident in their communities and encourage all people to start a ​fitness journey.

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Fashion

The Fashion Industry is a multibillion dollar global enterprise that is devoted to ​the production and sale of clothes. However, fashion itself is an aesthetic way of ​expressing oneself to the world, and can convey meaningful and inspirational ​messages. But how diverse is this influential Industry? Like many things, the ​Fashion Industry is not exempt from a clear definition between classes, in the ​same way many other industries function, such as car and technology ​industries. High end fashion as it is called, is a niche market within itself, as it ​specialises in targeting a specific demographic, mainly those who can afford it. ​Merchandising in this sector involves the process of managing and marketing ​apparel sales of haute couture and contemporary fashion designs, based on ​current fashion trends.

Fashion trends are often set by notable fashion designers and fashion buyers in ​the Industry such as Donatella Versace, Marc Jacobs, and Kylie Jenner. ​However the Industry is not just run by its top designers, but instead, by the ​very consumers they target. The Industry is perpetually changing in order to ​reflect on social changes in culture, as well as political and environmental ​impacts it must respond to. Nevertheless, the question still stands, as to ​whether the Industry has managed to diversify itself in order to emit a wholly ​inclusive image that depicts a society that is not bound by stereotypes, but ​rather by existing normalities.

Weight Representation in the Fashion Industry

Facing its impacts on societies views on humanity

The Fashion Industry’s embedded constructs have since paved the way for an increased ​awareness of inclusivity and representation within the Industry, which many initially ​traditional companies and sectors have adapted to, in response to the rising recognition. ​Brands have swiftly implemented entirely new extensions to their brand, often referred to ​as the “plus sized” version of their original products. Some companies notorious for this ​change are FashionNova, Nike, Asos, H&M and increasingly, many others. Though this ​advancement in the Industry has had a variety of responses, some being negative and ​positive reactions. Clothing Brand Nasty Gal, an online retailer faced backlash after ​extending its product sizing up to 18 and considered this to be wholly inclusive. An article ​curated by Motif, an apparel knowledge hub states “Even though this was a definite ​improvement from its previous sizing options, the plus-size community has not reacted ​kindly toward Nasty Gal, with some customers accusing the brand “of jumping on a ​bandwagon they don’t actually care about...This shows that a clothing selection of up to ​size 18 is not considered truly inclusive by the plus-size community. It is a good step in the ​right direction, but definitely not enough.” This is a valid point to be made, however, does ​this notion suggest an inevitable dissatisfaction with clothing sizes, and if so, can brands ​ever really appease the plus sized community?

Companies that have been seen to have set the appropriate ​standards in their clothing ranges include up-market brands ​such as Dolce and Gabbana, Carolina Herrera and Mara ​Hoffman, however, more accessible retailers such as H&M, ​Walmart, Marks&Spencers, Adidas and more have endorsed ​a more wholly inclusive sizing range. The US in particular has ​the fastest growing rate of plus sized eligible people, nearly ​twice the rate of the overall apparel market. Globally, the ​plus-sized market is valued at over $178 billion, with ​projected 4.3 per cent annual growth through to 2028, ​according to Acute Market Research. Additionally, in the US, ​Universal Standard, founded in 2015, has taken size inclusivity ​to a new level, selling clothes up to size 40. “This Industry has ​been suffering because the prejudice against bigger bodies is ​so calcified that fashion companies have been leaving money ​on the table,” says Alexandra Waldman, “Size inclusivity has ​moved away from what we ‘should’ do, and is now what we ​must do.”

What is your opinion on the topic?

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LGBTQIA+ incorporation into the Industry

Both past and present day movements have ignited an evolution not only in society but in the fashion industry too.

The inauguration of the LGBTQIA+ community has been fought for for many decades, not only ​by its members but also by supporters of the community. Society has evolved in a way it had not ​achieved years prior, where freedom of expression and the ability to be who one wants to be, is ​more revered than ever. “We are in a pivotal moment in our evolution, and we all have personal ​accountability in restructuring an outdated, divisive paradigm,” as stated by Christiana Tan, ​challenging the embedded standards and concepts that hinder the growth of the Industry. The ​Fashion Industry has both aided and prevented this transformation from generating the ​necessary level of respect and acceptance that it deserves, and has done so through ​companies and brands becoming involved in key movements and events that are in support of ​the community. Pride Month is celebrated annually in June to honour the 1969 Stonewall riots, ​and works to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for its members, according to a ​Youth.Gov article, and aims to eliminate ignorance and homophobia towards the people of the ​community. The Fashion Industry has not always responded appropriately to the community, ​often disregarding their need for increased recognition, as well as inclusivity in clothing styles ​and media exposure.

A Womens Wear Daily article written by Luis Campuzano in 2020 explained ​“For transgender and gender non-binary models, entry into the upper ​echelons of fashion runways has been limited, and many models in this ​cohort have felt forced to conceal their identities in order to secure jobs or ​succeed in the Industry”.Conventionalities set by the Industry have made the ​publicity and uniformity of members of the LGBTQIA+ community a difficult ​feat, as the lack of acceptance and inclusion of Queer people has impacted ​the consciouness of those within the Industry. Companies within the Industry ​have exploited and benefited from movements such as Pride month, by ​expressing an interest in the community in order to reap the rewards of ​increased sales for the businesses. This, otherwise known as “rainbow ​washing” is described by the Urban Dictionary in 2015 as “The act of using or ​adding rainbow colours and/or imagery to advertising, apparel, accessories, ​landmarks... in order to indicate progressive support for LGBTQ equality (and ​earn consumer credibility)—but with a minimum of effort or pragmatic ​result.”

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The theme of this Blog is humbly inspired by the exquisite works of Sacrée ​Frangine, a creative duo of artistic directors and illustrators composed of ​Célia Amroune and Aline Kpade. These women liberate existing forms of ​portraiture and redefine what it means to be identified. The harmonious and ​minimalistic designs they curate explore the depth of emotion that can be ​found in even the simplistic of things, releasing a cathartic response from ​their viewers. I greatly connected with their designs and even went on to ​study their works in my Art Studies. The symbolism within their designs ​resonates deeply with all those who encounter their works, and their ode to ​the beauty of womanhood is uplifting and refreshing. I have an immense ​amount of respect and appreciation for their dedication to creating ​extraordinary pieces of artwork, and will eternally support their successes.

I urge all reading this to visit their website and social media pages and invest ​in their works or collaborations.

Click the links down below to see more from them!

During my first year at University, I studied an Art ​foundation course. Honestly, I loved it. We ​explored so many mediums that I had never ​seen nor practiced before, and it was during this ​experimentation that I discovered my adoration ​and passion for pottery.

It's an incredibly testing yet rewarding discipline ​and teaches you patience and accuracy in ways ​I had never experienced prior. No matter how ​many failed attempts I had and cuts on my ​fingers, I can still say I would recommend wheel ​throwing to everyone and anyone!

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