Fashion victim

A term used to describe someone who is overly influenced by fashion trends

Fashion victim is a term used to describe a person who is unable to identify commonly recognized boundaries of style. Fashion victims are "victims" because they are vulnerable to faddishness and materialism, two of the most notable "victims" of fashion. The term is used in the fashion world to describe people who slavishly follow fashion trends without considering whether they suit their own personality, body shape, or lifestyle.

Origin and Usage

The term "fashion victim" was popularized by the famous fashion designer Giorgio Armani. He used it to describe people who are unable to identify commonly recognized boundaries of style. According to Armani, "When a woman alters her look too much from season to season, she becomes a fashion victim."

Characteristics

Fashion victims are often characterized by their excessive spending on designer clothing, accessories, and cosmetics in an attempt to keep up with the latest fashion trends. They may also be seen wearing clothing that is inappropriate for their body type or lifestyle, simply because it is considered fashionable.

Criticism

Critics of fashion victimhood argue that it promotes consumerism and materialism, encouraging people to spend money on items they do not need. It can also lead to a lack of individuality and self-expression, as people become more focused on following trends than developing their own personal style.

See also

• Fashion trend
• Consumerism
• Materialism
• Individuality