Fashion actually covers a scope far wider than most of us understand it. The average person thinks of belts, blazers, blouses, dresses, gowns, jewellery, hats, caps, pants, shoes, shirts, shorts and other apparel for men and women. Did you know that it also covers behaviour, expressions or language? These things change as can be observed with how kids of today behave and talk differently from the last generation. We adapt to current trends in behaviour and language the way we change preferences and styles in clothing, hairdressing, shoes, etc.
The way styles change is reflected in the terms used to describe fashion articles. Aside from presentation of factual attributes, it is also a way of promoting the creation as a commercial commodity. Because of the special creative talent input and the appropriate material used in coming up with fashionable creations, they are priced way beyond their practical function and are considered luxury clothing. Imagine how a voguish branded handbag or pair of pants costing $ 700 compares with less trendy unknown brand that only costs 10 to 15 dollars. They definitely are a luxury indulgence.
We may not agree with people who buy such items at ridiculous prices but it is status symbol for them. Their economic stature is such that they can afford to pamper themselves with the most beautiful and expensive things on earth while they are still here. They can afford to be vain occasionally. Would you not do the same if you were in their shoes?
