Teachable clothed in
Fas hi o n Breakdown
positivity!
Written by
Sotik Sahna
A s a kid I remember watching Rage every Saturday morning, movies of every kind, or famous TV award shows and thinking to myself – wow - yes, okay.
Not even realising a courageous mentality of individuality was being embedded into my character; never to accept the normal or standard of anything, but to celebrate what it means to be unique, alive, different, real and the willingness to take risks. Looking back, the more I remained open, teachable, with a positive attitude, the more I downloaded different fashion combinations, palettes, body shapes, patterns, styles of every artist, movie character, magazine; which in return educated me in fashion to experiment, be bold and own it!
Whatever profession you work in, or if you’re simply doing and celebrating life – Fashion Education is applicable to everyone! It’s about asking questions, learning along the way, experimenting, being positive and sometimes keeping a diary can help. I started doing this on Instagram @sotiksahna to build my own selfconfidence. To not be afraid, to be myself. To own it. And every time I look back, I realise how much I’ve grown. @sotiksahna
Fashion can reveal a lot about ourselves, our character, and how we’re feeling. Of our morals, values and yet, it also has the power to educate and influence those around us – just like it did for me as a kid. I currently work as the Marketing Officer at Riverside Christian College and these are just some of the honest thoughts that enter my mind daily when choosing an outfit: • • • • • •
I s this me? Do I feel good? If I sit down will my pant button pop? Am I revealing too much skin? Is this outfit representing the College professionally? Does this outfit set a positive example to the students? • Are these shoes practical yet still presentable?
Remember you got this #BeYouOwnIt
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