For many artists and fashion fanatics alike, music and fashion coexist harmoniously, with the one having a direct influence on the other.
As the world of musical genres evolved, so did the fashion choices of each genre. While different music genres speak to different individuals, each genre has a unique sense of style that embodies both the category of music as well as the time of its release.Â
The music world is filled with noteworthy moments, from historic music award nominations to artists dressed to kill in iconic outfits that are still discussed today. The synergy between music genres and fashion choices has become more and more daring, with many artists choosing to embody their genre of music through the clothes they wear. This has resulted in significant global fashion movements, with many wanting to personify their music choices by making daring, bold, and exemplary fashion statements.Â
Here's how the music industry and four of its different genres tie into fashion as we know it today.Â
Hip-Hop
There is no denying how popular the genre of hip-hop music has become over the years.
Taking the lead from Rap (Rhythm & Poetry) music, hip-hop is a genre on its own and addresses many societal ills we see in the world today. This music genre is primarily identified by oversized hoodies, loose pants, blinged-up jewellery, and an attitude to match. Finish off the hip-hop look with the ellesse Ombre Peak Cap worn back to front or cocked to the side!
Pop MusicÂ
Pop music is known for its emotional vibe filled with tales of love, life, and bravery.
No wonder this particular music genre heavily influences fashion and how we perceive artists as they belt out catchy lyrics and lively beats. Pop music in fashion is primarily associated with bright colours, flashy clothes, colourful hairstyles, and bold accessories. The ellesse Monza Hi-Rise Men’s Sneaker is perfect for the pop music scene with bold shades of black, orange and yellow reminiscent of the 1980s with a modern twist!
House Music
House music originated in Chicago in the 1970s and was created by DJs and music producers in the basement of nightclubs.
The genre of house music evolved to give disco songs more of a mechanical beat. In South Africa today, house music is one of the most celebrated genres of music, with Amapiano taking the lead as the hottest and most listened-to house genre to date. The fashion associated with this category of music is laid-back, casual wear. We're talking comfortable designer track pants and t-shirts, designer-branded sneakers, and matching bucket hats to finish off the look.Â
R&B (Rhythm & Blues)Â
Rhythm and Blues, more popularly known as R&B, were developed in the 1940s from music genres such as gospel, folk, jazz, and conventional blues.
R&B was released in conjunction with Rock and Roll music and continues to be refined to this day, with elements of hip-hop integrated into some of the latest R&B tracks. Class and sophistication are two words associated with this genre of music, with expensive designer clothing and jewellery adorning R&B artists.Â
Music is to fashion what art is to an artist. One cannot exist without the other; it is a harmonious coexistence, a bold fashion statement, a moving lyric and an infectious beat, and we are entirely here for it!
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