1960S FASHION CLOTHES

Fashion is an interesting subject, one that changes as fast as the seasons
and is drastically different all around the world. Many different aspects
influence the style choices people make. Fashion is seen as a way to express
ones self through the way we present ourselves to the world. There is a
whole industry dedicated just to picking what the trends should be for that
year’s collection, and then persuading people to then go and buy the pieces.
This industry however is not just a local or national one, But a global one.
As you walk down Walnut Street in Philadelphia you pass your typical
American companies, however interspersed are companies from the rest of the
world. These stores like H&M, Zara, Burberry, and Lush though do not seam
out of place. They have become part of our everyday lives, and consumption.
An article written by Samantha Critchell describes a new exhibit at the Met
and does a wonderful job of explaining the overview progression and
influences of American fashion. For a long time the rich women of the United
States still bought their clothing from designers in Pairs. Then as the US
slowly started designing for themselves, models from the US were hired by
Paris designers to walk the runways in Pairs. She explains the complex
intertwining of how American fashion is both influenced by and influences
other countries.
Fashion and stores like H&M and Zara are an excellent example of how
Philadelphia’s fashion, although mostly influenced by the culture and
surroundings, but also by foreign styles as well. This network is truly what
Globalization is all about.
- Alison Campbell

Because I made a picture that has negative tone toward globalization, I wanted to make another one with positive effects. As I mentioned in my last picture, globalization does not include every country. However, it certainly helped some countries, like India. Because globalization requires companies to compete others, each company tries its best to make the best product. Many manufacturers establish their branch in developing countries, expecting cheap labor and easy environmental policies, making new jobs and raising the standard of living. Globalization also gave works to women. For example, in India, not many women had jobs. But as the concept of globalization spreads and many different organizations came into India, many women had chance to have jobs. Ultimately, it provided more equality between men and women.

In this picture, Santa Claus is the symbol of gifts and happiness. Many children believe in Santa and think that he brings gifts for them. That’s why I put Santa beside a child, who looks hopeless. I wanted Santa to be as a representative of globalization who delivers gifts to people; happiness and hope.

Oh, I wanted to use Santa from Julia, but I could not find that picture. I just searched in Google.