Fashion is an area of art that is linked to beauty, style and glamour. It is also a social practice that examines culture and identity through how people present themselves. Like any art form, fashion is not limited to clothing, but can extend to other aspects of a person’s appearance such as hair, makeup, or accessories.

Fashion trends change over time as a result of cultural, socioeconomic, and technological influences. These changes can be subtle or dramatic. For example, the long dresses of the Victorian era gave way to shorter styles in the 1920s and 1930s. These changes can also occur because of social movements such as feminism or a desire to look more professional in the workplace.

The newest fashion is usually promoted by the fashion industry through designers, model agencies, and media outlets. It is then followed by the general public who either adopt or reject these changes. This process is accelerated by the use of social media such as Instagram or TikTok, which allows users to post and share photos instantly.

Most people who have a good sense of fashion would be happy to tell you that they went through a period of experimentation before finding their unique style. They could probably tell you millions of stories about all the ‘terrible’ outfits they wore before they settled on their current look. Developing your own sense of style can feel like learning a foreign language, but once you get to grips with it, it is deeply satisfying.