I have a dilemma. OK, so I'm eighteen and over the past month or so I have become a lot more comfortable being myself. So far my attitude has improved drastically and. I'm becoming way more feminine. But within my self-improvement and becoming woman is where the problem lies. I truly adore the 1920's - 1950's pin-up girl era. Do not misinterpret this as me being shallow, talking about clothes etc. To me it's so much more than clothes. It's almost like a way of life. There is no other way that I can put it simply than by saying . . . think of it in terms of role models. I love Dita Von Teese. I love what she does and how she looks. The way she represents that era, the style, the attitude . . . she as a person inspires me. But I'm almost terrified that no one will accept me for it. Especially where I live, some people are going to say things like "first she wants to be the black rock chick and now she's acting like Lucy ball or something." I just need some advice to stay strong.
2006-10-10 06:20:42 · 6 answers · asked by ari 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Other - Beauty & Style
Your at a pivotal age of transformation. 18 your either going to college or maybe not but you will find that your "high school" self is not going to be who you are anymore. Now some people stay the same and to be quite honest they are totally boring personalities.But you have shed that H/S personality and the control of parents and you are opening up to a new you. It's great accept it and don't worry about others.
Now the obivious your black and the era you love is not one that is to accepted by blacks...but you know what? that makes you even cooler going against the grain. You will find ppl and friends that like the same things as you but you will probably have to move from your old friends. But again that is natural, there is a middle line you can be who you want to be and still represent your race and be the deep down roots girl with the beautiful pinup package right? Don't worry I think it's great you know yourself this well at 18 I will still wondering at 20!!
2006-10-10 06:34:32 · answer #1 · answered by MaryJaneD 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to strike a balance. No matter what, there things from that era which young and modern girls like you still admire. Perhaps you can capitalize on those. And enhance them if possible. However tyring to imitate all aspect of your role models might make you look outfashioned and out of touch with modernity. And this might tell on your self improvement and who knows might end you into having identity crisis.
You have the right to make a difference in life at the same time you can show discretion by not being excentric.
2006-10-10 06:33:06 · answer #2 · answered by justpristine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I understand exactly what you're going through. Honestly, you shouldn't worry what people will say or think. It's your life, and you should live it how you want. No matter what you do, people will talk. As long as you're true about yourself, and to yourself, you will comfortable w/ yourself, and won't care what people will say or think about you. Just enjoy life...
2006-10-10 06:28:40 · answer #3 · answered by qbanita0113 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should always let your own personality shine! Don't let the opinions of others get you down. Personal style is always in.
2006-10-10 06:25:12 · answer #4 · answered by Stilla 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
beyonce did it, so can you chica! be careful not to take all of the era & make it you, take you & incorporate the era :)
its great that you are really finding yourself, and becoming more confident!
2006-10-10 06:42:27 · answer #5 · answered by cass393 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do it!
Why worry about other people?
Why follow the crowd?
Life is too short to be mundane.
Soar!
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2006-10-10 06:30:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋