The Glorious Glitterati:
Fan Costume Culture in the Pop Concert Scene

Remember when the concert dress code was simply a band tee and a pair of jeans?

Those days are as distant as the lyrics to a forgotten one-hit wonder.

Today, the pop concert scene is a runway where fans don their most creative costumes, channeling their favorite pop idols with a creative flair that can outshine any Met Gala attendee.

Take the Swifties, for instance. Swift’s sexy babies don't just sing her anthems; they live them.

Bedecked in cat ears, cowboy boots, or a red lip classic thing, Swifties are the living embodiment of Taylor's many style eras. It's like they've walked straight out of a Taylor Swift music video.

Then there's Harry Styles' fandom, the 'Stylers.' A Harry Styles concert is a vibrant tableau of pastel-colored suits, butterfly blouses, and pearl necklaces. Don't be surprised if you spot a Styles double, clutching a watermelon, sashaying down the concert aisle.

Sceptics will say that this trend is just another fad and that concerts are for music not to pretend you are your favorite. But sceptics are wrong. This phenomena transcends mere imitation.

It's a testament to the power of pop music in inspiring creativity and self-expression. Fans are crafting their own costumes, making sustainable fashion choices, and fostering a more environmentally conscious fandom. An antitode to the mass ( and poorly!) produced merch .

So, next time you attend a pop concert, why not swap the band tee for something a bit more...extraordinary? Embrace your inner Swiftie in a golden gown, or don a pink feather boa á la Styles. It's all about having fun, expressing yourself, and making the concert experience truly unforgettable. AND SEND ME PICTURES!!! (I would love to see your take on the glorious glitterati).

Whether you're wearing a meat dress a la Gaga, or a flamingo suit inspired by Katy Perry, what truly matters is the shared joy of dressing up, the camaraderie of fandom, and the sheer delight of it all. Who knows? You might just inspire the next wave of concert-going fashionistas!