Tuesday, 14 September 2010

Costume surrounding the indie-folk genre

Females
Below are to complete outfits which are often related to that of being worn by contemporary fans of the genre indie-folk. In style the fashion is quite simular to that worn by
indie-kids/scenesters.


The picture on the left demonstrates A plain white sleeveless top or vest with a free flowing, high waisted skirt.



The skirt designs vary in colour or patterns. Often it is plain or floral design.










The shoes worn are those of gladiators which come alll diffrent colours.





In this image A straw hat is worn, a sybolic image of the genre (Indie -folk).


The Jeggings are new concept worn by fans of the genre, adapted from the wearing of indie kids. The washed or acid effect works as a result of farming roots.

Dungarees are often portrayed to be worn by farmers, those in which can be related to the style of folk music roots. In more recent times they have been accepted as a more feminante piece of clothing. All denim design clothing is seen as stylish and ideal to fit the genre fashion due to it's simplicity.

A trend within the genre is that of Cowgirl boots. They fit in with the cultural aspects of the genre.

Some artists like 'Ellie Goulding' have a tendency to wear high waisted shorts, which have grown in popularity in iconic clothing stores such as Topshop.

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