video - Fashion Gods

[selfgodded]

[Oh look who it is! It's your resident, deluded God. It seems they have crawled out of whatever hole they had been hidden in for the past month, looking just as thoughtful as ever]

Hello, Hinoto-Ri. A lot has occurred recently, hasn't it? I heard there had been a mystical journey to an alternative world! I wish I could have gone. It would have been amazing to see the denizens of the other world, to see how they lived and acted... differences occur in different worlds, as Hinoto-Ri is-

Oh, my apologies. I have rambled.

In any case, I am certain that many of you have discussed the events that have passed extensively between yourselves. My discussion is of a trivial, yet very important matter! A recent conversation has made me ponder over something that still eludes me, and relates to my previous comments on how my world, and Hinoto-Ri, are very different from one another.

What is fashion?

I did not know what this was when first arriving here, but I have read and researched the subject, and fashion seems to be a very important cultural and social aspect of humanity! Just having the correct clothes, worn in the correct way, with the correct brand allows you to climb the social ladder with ease! I don't really understand it, but the concept of it fascinates me!

I would love to hear your opinions on it! Let us begin a discussion!

Comments

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[imthegoodguy]

If you were really concerned about fashion, you wouldn't be wearing a mask. Unless you're trying to make your own fashion statement.

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[selfgodded]

I do not care about my own personal fashion, as I do not intend to climb any social ladders of any sort. I suppose it would be better to say that I wish for knowledge for knowledge sake.

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[imthegoodguy]

It's not knowledge worth having unless you intend to use it.

The best insight you will get all day

[thewunderkind]

Fashion is boring and stupid!

anant is sad

[selfgodded]

That is your personal opinion. To many others it is important enough to place social value on.

Why do you think it is boring and stupid?

[poorlittleblueburdie]

I know that clothing differs sometimes quite a bit between societies, but is it really so important, beyond one's taste, or what the clothing itself may signify?

*looks like he might be kind of in the dark about this too, here. He hadn't quite noticed any of the social ladder stuff; didn't really happen so much in his world.*

[selfgodded]

It is important enough that it influences society and culture, and even an individual's perception of another. This type of phenomenon fascinates me. Humans place importance on many trivial things, and because of this, trivial things become an important foundation within their societies. Isn't that interesting?

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[componere]

Hmm... That's a lot to cover, stranger. Fashion is a multi-faceted beast, you know?

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[selfgodded]

is that so. i suppose i should simplify my question then.

or personalise it.

what do you think of fashion. trivial, unnecessary, or important.

[terminalemulation]

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[selfgodded]

[YYYYYYYYYYYYYY]

Hello, unknown person. Do you wish for a face to face discussion?

[poweryetunknown]

I don't get it as much as some people do, but I know that people like to be seen as 'on top' of the latest trends. It's kind of a marker that you're in an elite group - one that knows stuff about how clothes are supposed to look.

[selfgodded]

I see, I see! So I was correct in assuming that the more fashionable the person, the more they would be in demand for socialising!

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[greatergone]

Fashion...

...I can't say I know what you speak of. Then again, you did say it was a human thing.

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[selfgodded]

Yes, it is a human thing. You are a robot and therefore do not require it.

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[doesasordered]

Ah... [Fashion. Really. Well okay.] It is just referring to clothing and accessories. Something in fashion would be what's in style, what's popular to wear.

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[selfgodded]

But why is it deemed popular and in style? Most fashionable attire are not very comfortable or practical.

[misery_hates_company]

Back to poking at the little minutiae of human existence, I see. You're asking a very subjective question, I should think.

[selfgodded]

I always do end up asking subjective questions. They are normally the best in seeking out humanity's individualism. So many varying opinions, so many different outlooks... better than a simple black and white answer.

[spaztastic]

Well, it's called a fashion statement for a reason. You could say a person personality shows through the clothes they're wearing.

[selfgodded]

Fashion statement...? Could you elaborate. What exactly about the clothing could be deemed a 'statement'?

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[prettytamer]

Fashion is a way to express yourself! It's kinda like a form of art.

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[selfgodded]

Art?

[That gets Anant's attention]

I love artistry! I see, is it attempting to create a sort of masterpiece with their clothing? That would explain the impracticality and bright colours...

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[hetried]

It's like a trend I guess? People buy different kinds of styles of clothes and different kinds of brands because they think it's cool. I guess it's sort of a way of fitting in or expressing yourself, like the others said.

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[selfgodded]

Yes, I see. I have gotten a lot of interesting information regarding this, but you have confirmed the others. It is to boost social reputation, whether you care about the style or not, it is to help you gain access into social circles that would otherwise be barred to you. It is an interesting concept...

Very complex, however. Nothing humans do is simple, ha ha ha...