･ﾟﾟ･｡ Adoring the Nostalgia of Y2K ｡･ﾟﾟ･

             Decades passed, and yet the 2000s vibe continues to inspire and influence our contemporary world due to its vivid and dynamic as ever. It continues to capture the hearts of many, including mine, due to the iconic music, movies, and fashion trends of the Y2K. In this blog, we embark on a journey to explore the enduring charm of the 2000s vibe and how I cherished it.

        It all started when I explored music; I discovered other songs by Coldplay, Beyonce, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, Britney Spears, and Bon Iver. I enjoyed listening to them as the artists reflected the era's diversity and the ability of these artists to create both exciting and calming musical experiences and iconic music videos, leaving a lasting impact on pop culture within their respective genres.

           On the other hand, watching 2000 movies began when I watched films featuring the talented Anne Hathaway and one of my all-time favorites is "The Devil Wears Prada." The film, set in the fashion industry, beautifully captured the essence of the 2000s era with its glamour, ambition, and unforgettable characters. It gets my interest to explore more 2000s movies, I am more high school teen movies, and my top 3 are "Mean Girls" "13 going on 30" and "Legally Blonde ."I found a rich tapestry of stories, characters, humor, and emotions, and it contains an iconic line. They delved into the complexities of human relationships, the navigation of women's lives, the pursuit of personal growth, and the quest for success. These films are not only entertaining but also thought-provoking, social issues, for instance, social aggression, stereotyping, judgment, and women's sexual harassment. Also remarkable is how the films I explored influenced my personal style and are still considered iconic in this era. For instance, velour tracksuits, plaid miniskirts, and denim pants were prominently featured in these teen flicks and considered iconic fashion in that era.

       The 2000s vibes have dynamic cultural contributions in the present. Due to the timelessness of iconic music, the powerful storytelling in the movies, and the iconic fashion trends that have shaped my style. This era captures my heart and the interest of both new and nostalgic generations.

 (Feel free to recommend some 2000s movies, tnx <3)

References:

Giblin, W., & Perez Valencia, A. (2022, March 17). From dumb blonde to Harvard socialite: “Legally Blonde” tackles tough social issues through comedy. Summit News. https://summitpsnews.org/2022/03/17/from-dumb-blonde-to-harvard-socialite-legally-blonde-tackles-tough-social-issues-through-comedy/  

Horn, S. (2004). Review: Mean Girls or Cultural Stereotypes? [Review of the essay "Social Aggression among Girls" by Marion K. Underwood]. University of Illinois, Chicago, USA, 47(5), p314-320. https://doi.org/10.1159/000079160