The idea behind this clever fashion-centric social networking site couldn’t be simpler. Users upload a picture of themselves sporting whatever item of clothing they want some advice on and then ask a specific question concerning it to the Fashism.com community.
These questions range from anything to, “Does this top make me look too slutty?” to, “What’s better, A or B?” and other site users sound of by typing a few brief sentences to offer and answer as well as voting with a basic thumbs up/down system.
Here, you can see a perfect example of someone who needed some advice on a homemade accessory.
This is a girl who managed to craftily transform an old purse strap into a funky necklace, but knowing herself what it actually was, she understandably assumed others might notice too and she wouldn’t be able to pull it off. But lo-and-behold, less than a day after posting, a whopping 86% of the comments she got were positive, letting her confidently rock the look with the knowledge that she was indeed pulling it off – and then some.
Fashism.com’s system not only gives the asker an incredible gambit of opinions to help inform their own, but also works to generate the most liked, best-received looks of the day that people can then check for inspiration in the “Hottest Looks”, and “Most Discussed Categories”.
And if you’re worried that your photo might not get any responses, don’t – the site averages about 50,000 hits per day, so anyone looking for feedback gets exactly that. Plus, with moderators making sure all that feedback is constructive, it allows the focus to remain on people who love fashion and want others to look good, while steering clear of becoming a forum for people to point and laugh at each other’s crazy fashion missteps.
That’s what clubs are for.
One of the greatest strengths of the site is that it really works to gives people the advice they need when they need it, and not at a time when it’s no longer relevant.
Ladies: The next time you’re shopping with your significant other and notice his eyes go dead and the vein in his forehead start to throb as he works out a response to, “How does this look on me?” tell him to relax and go get a Coke. Instead of trusting an opinion with an agenda, snap a picture of yourself with your camera phone and upload it to the site right on the spot.
Within five minutes you’re guaranteed to have at least a few suggestions to help guide you towards your decision – and all this without ever having to leave the changing room with the questionable garment.
Guys (Yes, Fashism.com caters to men too): Maybe you’re on the fence about what to wear on a big date or to an important business dinner. Upload your pics a week in advance and give even more members of this giant community a chance to chime in.
The longer you have to let opinions generate, the easier it’ll be to get a well-rounded consensus to see if your new blazer makes you look sleek and slick…or like a valet attendant at the end of a nine hour shift.
Sites like Fashism.com are currently growing in popularity and popping up all over the Internet. You can also check out GoTryItOn.com or WhatToWear.com who has teamed up with Glamour Magazine to offer advice from style professionals as well as everyday fashionistas.