adminTafadzwa Zimoyo : Fashion Talk 263
Happy Saturday to all fashion bugs! Saturdays and Sundays should be a time for relaxing. Most people spend weekends with their friends and families, enjoying the things that can make them happy and exciting. In all the different activities, fashion is always there. It is good we have another long weekend courtesy of the Independence Day this coming Monday.
We say Happy Birthday Zimbabwe.
Well, being yourself is the prettiest thing you can do.
According to Yves Saint Laurent, “Over the years I have learned that what is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.”
This then means women should look like women while men must be the same when it comes to fashion.
A piece of cardboard has no sexuality.
We have seen a lot of fashion trends and surprisingly on some local photo shoots, the designs are good but have we all considered the fact that in Zimbabwe we have two main seasons — summer and winter .
Have you ever looked at your picture taken during winter while you were wearing fur jacket and wonder how many bears were killed to ake the garment?
Yes, fashion is fashion but remember we are what we wear.
That is the reason why we always seem behind because we are trying to follow what we are seeing on music videos and television.
Be proud of being a Zimbabwean.
I am not dissing those with high heavy winter wear but remember locally we don’t have snow.
You might end up being a laughing stock.
I rest my case for today.
Of late we have seen a lot of pastors, prophets and deacons among others making a hit with trendy outfits which led to some questioning them: is it more of fashion statement than Christianity?
Be guided, uncleanliness is close to Godliness.
I never expected to write an article on this topic.
But I received sufficient questions from readers to indicate I should tackle the issue.
Most churches locally have different expectations about dressing.
The pastor or prophet’s attire in a worship service can be a sacred cow for some church members.
One thing you should know is not to let the way you dress become a major divisive issue.
For example, if you notice a more informal trend for dress in your church, you may want to move from wearing a tie all the time.
Gradual change can be better tolerated than radical and sudden change.
Don’t put your preferences ahead of your love for others.
The Biblical principle of the stumbling block (See 1 Corinthians 8) mean that we put our own rights on the backburner for consideration of others. It is not a sin to dress without a tie, but it can be a problem for others.
Most methodical church pastors had all worn suits and ties in the worship services while for most Pentecoastal it’s either about being trendy or just casual look.
We can safely say, just know your business at church. We understand the issue about presentation, but would you think a pastor or prophet can come to his or her congregation in a short intentionally.
Wear to impress.
Last weekend we were invited to the Raffles Feel Good Promotion and Fashion Show where they were awarding their customers on the Christmas Promotion.
Lucky readers who went with the Saturday Herald Lifestyle copy as promised managed to walk away with designer label Ted Baker Jeans.
One thing we must appreciate as the way fashion events are being conducted.
With the mindset most people had on Raffles as a store which caters for the grown ups, one was left astounded with what was on display.
Their latest youthful brands were on display such as Ted Baker, Paul Smith, Lee Cooper and Gino Paoli among others.
Models strut the stuff on the ramp which left the crowd in awe.
The fully packed function saw Zimdancehall musician Killer T entertaining guests with his hit songs.
Micheal Mayer, the general manager said all went according to plan.
“ Fashion is for everyday life and we are happy with how our customers are embracing some of the brands we are selling. The show went according to plan and this is more of community responsibility and we wish to continue doing such events,” he said.
Keep fashion trending and have a splendid long weekend.
Online Reporter