Realistically, there are no words that I could type out that
would do justice the deep, unforgettable sadness that fills hearts and souls
when it comes to September 11, 2001 the day that changed the world forever.
Yesterday was the 10th anniversary memorial of
the tragic day that left thousands of lives cut short, and thousands more with
an empty void in their hearts, never to be filled again. While memorials were held all around
New York, primarily at ground zero, the fashion world was also honoring the
tragedy as New York Fashion Week continued.
Donna Karan appropriately showcased her DKNY collection that
celebrated the American spirit, featuring a palate of red, white, and blues,
and a sense of freedom in the cuts and draping. And the streets were littered with fashion forward women
wearing their own take of patriotic chic, some bold and obvious, others subdued
and classic.
But most importantly, while I have nothing but respect for
the visual fashion community, at the end of the day, I believe the most
fashionable thing on Earth is found in unity and love, and that was what was
accomplished during the memorial.
People gathered by the droves to hold each other up, support, and honor
the pain that this devastation has scarred the nation with. There’s nothing more fashionable than
that kind of love.
I leave you with this:
Paul Simon’s beautiful and haunting solo performance of “Sound of
Silence” at Ground Zero.
God bless.
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Spankie Valentine
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