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Gabriella Zen
Dressing for Success: Fashion and Feminism
Gabriella Zen
Summer 2015
I grew up surrounded by style and an appreciation for a well-coordinated outfit. I was told stories of purple suede booties, thigh-high leather boots, crème silk blouses, and olive wool coats. My grandmother used to hand-sew my bibs and baby clothes using fun colorful patterns. I spent afternoons with my mom at the garment manufacturer factory where she worked in merchandising. She took me to her annual sample sales that would bring hundreds of women wanting to get their hands on the most beautiful clothes.
At a young age I was encouraged to add personal flair to simple school uniforms, focus on colors and fit, find that balance between classic and current. As I got older, I started exploring my own personal style. I am the most confident when my outfits are thought out, coordinated, and well fitted. I firmly believe that people dress for themselves; not for examination by others.
