Every human being on this world does one thing all the time and that is trying to fit in. Society is important part of our lives. Nobody wants to be the odd one, the lonely one. I don’t know whether people are so similar or big companies took advantage of that, but there’s a thing called trends that somehow connects people from all around the world.
Some people are obsessed with them and spend most of their time looking for new ones. How to be more popular ? How to fit in even more ? Answer : trends. There are people who made them up, sometimes without knowing it. And there are people who couldn’t care less.
However, everybody follows them in a way eventually. No matter how much you hate it, there are everywhere. Shops sell the same stuff and sometimes you have nothing to do but to buy a trendy item because that’s all they’ve got. Sometimes you don’t even know you bought it, because EVERYTHING is trendy. And you start being the sheep as everybody else subconsciously.
If everybody wears the same shirt that must be good. And if everybody wears it, I’ll buy myself one as well because if I’d had the same one people will accept me, right ? I do agree that trends connect people in a way but there is one thing about them I don’t understand.
Firstly, people are willing to pay enormous amounts of money for a normal shirt, that’s not even pretty but just has the name of the brand on. Okay, do that. Wear whatever you want. Spend how much you want. But what’s the point ?
I’ve seen girls wearing the same shirt everywhere I went. Are you really willing to pay that much for a clothing item that everybody will be wearing ? I hear girls complain about seeing someone wearing the same outfit as them, but this doesn’t bother them ? And that’s just because it’s from a specific brand ?
Let me not talk about logos. Sometimes they are so small that you barely see them, but people will spend hundreds of dollars for them anyway because it’s cool and trendy. WHY ? I apologize, but I think that’s stupid.
People became so obsessed with what people will think and how to get noticed that they forgot about things more important than that. Why not being creative and sewing something by yourself and showing off with that instead ? That would be better for sure. But who am I to know such things ?
There are trends people made up that are completely insane. But, hey, it’s a trend so you have to try it. Nobody even thinks anymore. Let’s do what everyone does. No, no & no. As life would be boring with all people thinking the same and being the same, life would be boring with everybody dressing the same, etc.
I’m not saying you shouldn’t “copy” something you like. Just make sure that doesn’t change who you are. Besides you don’t need that. Nor do you have to buy “at least socks which don’t cost that much, but you feel great because they’re from the brand everybody wears”.
And it’s not just about clothes. There are things that became popular by accident, completely random. Because of enough shares or because somebody famous shared it. Come on what the hell were those girls thinking doing the Kylie Jenner lip challenge ? Even if it did work it wouldn’t last and they would look unnatural. Besides they were willing to do something harmful to themselves because of internet, popularity and I don’t know what else ?
Games. Oh my God. There are some that people would never even find or look at but hey, magically everybody plays them so we know what that means. One example is Pokemon Go. Very entertaining and fun to play people say. Okay, why not maybe it is. But I’ve heard a radio notice warning the tourists not to play it in mountains and God knows where because there were actually injuries because of that !
Or dabbing. What on Earth even is that and where did it came from ? Okay, it’s funny for a while but now it’s just stupid and annoying. At least that’s my opinion. I should probably stop naming them to not offend anyone.
Before you start hating me I have to say that trends can be a good thing too. People around the world get connected somehow. You are able to get new friends and do things you never would otherwise.
Again, I’m not against things you do. Do whatever you want. Wear whatever you want. I just find it stupid to spend so much time and money on something that by my opinion is not worth it.
Look, I wear trendy stuff too. Because I like some of it. I’m not saying you shouldn’t. Just don’t do it because you think you need to. Don’t buy something you don’t like just to fit in. And I like some trends, no matter how stupid they are. Some make me smile or make me think. I don’t usually hate them. I have nothing against them. They just usually become annoying after a while because people don’t seem to forget. It’s like a joke. Funny for the first few times, but then just annoying.
What’s your opinion about that ? Share in the comments !
*As you can see items on pictures are all fake. This was made by two of my friends who gave it as a gift to me. They’ve probably spend less than 20€ for everything and wrote the logos by themselves. I don’t think faking products is good but it’s a nice joke and I though it would go well with the content of this post. I hope I didn’t offend anyone. The brands on the pictures are some of the greatest ones and I respect that. I support their work and I think it’s amazing for someone to come that far. So, honestly hatts off.That doesn’t mean that I wouldn’t wear that. I can’t afford it, but the fact how some people are acting about it disturbs me. Sorry, but the price of the clothes you wear doesn’t make you any better from those who don’t.Once again it is a unharmful JOKE.
Nusha
November 23, 2017 at 10:04 pm
Some really interesting points here! Oh and in terms of dabbing, I do it occasionally 😉 Obviously, to take the mick though HAHA!
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November 23, 2017 at 10:05 pm
Haha well I have to do it as a part of a dance performance 😂
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November 23, 2017 at 10:07 pm
It’s clearly an integral part of the routine haha!
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November 23, 2017 at 9:59 pm
Love these pictures! totally agree with you, could never understand why people spend fortunes on tiny logo tops!
Lizzie x
http://www.lizzieflorence.com
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November 23, 2017 at 10:02 pm
Omg really ? I tried my best with the lightning and such but my photography skills aren’t where I want them to be just yet. Thank you so much xx
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November 23, 2017 at 9:51 pm
This was so interesting to read. It’s so true, I know this especially applies to people in schools. It’s tough, I remember at school not being able to have all these expensive clothes and ‘fitting in with them trends’. I had nice clothes, don’t get me wrong, they were fine – but not on the same level as other people, and some people decided to pick on me for it. It’s sad really. Of course there are some plus sides to brand and such as you said too.
Amy,
https://creativenails.uk
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November 23, 2017 at 9:55 pm
Yes, students are definetely the ones most “infected” by this. I can’t believe they actually picked on you 😩
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November 23, 2017 at 9:34 pm
When I was young I always wanted to get the brand stuff but could never afford it and neither could my parents. I still love clothes with the brand clearly shown, even if it’s just a tiny little horse on a shirt. But to me it proves that I’ve worked hard to be able to afford quality products that will last me a long time. But I’ve also fallen into the trap and really wanting a Calvin Klein hoodie that was SO popular last year, luckily I never got one and ended up buying an equally expensive hoodie that wasn’t The IT trend. Great post!! ☺️
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November 23, 2017 at 9:40 pm
I love some designes from the brands. Calvin Klein has some great ones ! I agree with you that this can be a little treat for your hard work. Thank you for reading 😄
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November 23, 2017 at 9:18 pm
haha! loved reading this even if I am a brand lover myself! guilty x
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November 23, 2017 at 9:20 pm
I have nothing against brand lovers. I like some brands too xx
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November 21, 2017 at 9:58 pm
Haha, Dabbing! LOL, that made me laugh! You’re so right though xx
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November 21, 2017 at 10:04 pm
It’s so stupid ! I smiled at the thought so had to write it down 🙂
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November 21, 2017 at 9:44 pm
Such an interesting post to read! I definitely won’t lie and say I don’t follow certain trends but it’s to an extent! I agree with you that trends like these lack originality and people stop thinking for themselves which is really sad, I hope we can all see that it’s not the end of the world if you don’t have the newest iPhone or branded shoes/clothes!
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November 21, 2017 at 9:48 pm
That’s exactly what I was trying to say ! Thank you so much for reading xx
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November 21, 2017 at 9:09 pm
I really don’t know what to say… you killed it! Yes girl! I love people who are strong enough to say how things are actually!!! People forget about their taste, their life, they lose themselves just to fit in, but why?! I’m still thinking about this.
I love a lot of brands but some of their items are really pricey and I can’t buy them but what? That’s not a problem.
We all need to stay true to ourselves and wear, play, do what we really like!
Great post lovely ( I thought about my first #MOItalks🙈 )💕👏🏻
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November 21, 2017 at 9:12 pm
Thank you so much for these words ! It means a lot to me. I agree with everything you said. I didn’t know that so many people are actually thinking the same so I’m glad I posted it xx
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November 21, 2017 at 8:35 pm
Hi, gone are the days when I have to buy the latest trends its all about practicality and comfort for me now.
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November 21, 2017 at 8:37 pm
Comfort is so important. Let me not start talking about the oversized warm Christmas sweathers 🙂
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November 21, 2017 at 8:28 pm
I haven’t seen this type of post before and I really love it!!
http://www.lifeascaitlin.co.uk/
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November 21, 2017 at 8:31 pm
Thank you so much ! I just write what comes to my mind xx
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November 21, 2017 at 8:19 pm
I used to be one of those people who used to do everything they could to fit in, but then I realised that no matter what you do if you aren’t being yourself there’s no point in doing it because I’m the end to aren’t going to be happy. Loved the post 💙
Soph | http://www.planetwhispers.blogspot.com
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November 21, 2017 at 8:21 pm
Exactly ! If people haven’t “liked” you before than why would that change because of the clothing you wear ? Thank you for reading it xx
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November 21, 2017 at 8:11 pm
There was a time I would do anything to get the latest trendy piece of clothing and be ready to spend a fortune. Now, I don’t care so much anymore. I am willing to pay more if the piece has been made in Europe. xx corinne
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November 21, 2017 at 8:15 pm
I’m willing to pay too if I know that the item I’m buying is quality and worth it xx
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November 20, 2017 at 9:27 pm
I Agree with this so much!!! Like ok, if you like something trendy, go ahead buy it, but as you said, dont only buy it bc everyone else is buying it. For example, the red and white shirts everyone wears in our city (i dont even know the brand but you know which ones im talking about) – SO ANNOYING!!! Like why cant people choose their clothes (or anything else) based on how THEY think, what THEY like and who THEY are. And people like that usually judge creative and “different” people which gets on my nerves soooo much more:(((
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November 20, 2017 at 9:29 pm
I know exactly what you are talking about. Those shirts are probably there for 20 years to buy but they magically became popular now ? Soooo annoying !
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November 20, 2017 at 9:33 pm
Yessss! 🙄
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November 20, 2017 at 6:27 pm
THANK YOU! Someone’s said it! I have a friend that actually made a Tommy Hilfiger logo with a needle and thread😂 it looks exactly like the original and costs 2 pounds! I agree with you. Trends can be amazing but you shouldn’t ONLY wear trendy things, I think it should be a mix of what you like and what’s “trendy” (that you still like) xxx
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November 20, 2017 at 6:36 pm
EXACTLY ! Omg your friend is so clever !
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