Hello Hip Hop

Soo in the world of fashion this is definitely a fashion faux pas, right? The whole sweats in public thing? But uh..I have an inkling that I may altogether be a fashion faux pas in and of myself, so in reality this look is actually pretty casual. As a hip hop dancer (and Zumba instructor) sweats are a God send, I'm wearing these exact ones right now actually, which may or may not be rather embarrassing, though I don't feel embarrassed so it must not be. They're super comfortable and easy and just feel right. You know how basketball players wear warm ups while on the bench or when they're not playing? Yeah, I'm pretty sure thats what sweats and beanies are for dancers, at least for this one.
It's interesting how being a part of something can transform you into dressing the part. Like fashion people, dancers, and ironically hipsters tend to fall into a similar dressing pattern in a total subconscious fashion. How does that work? Is this prospect an insight into our inherent need to belong? Although we revel in being individuals, do we still dress similar to those we can relate to in order to create a sense of community? Is there really such thing as a "group" of individuals?

Fashion, fitness, and of course Zumba

You hear all that screaming? You see all that sweat? Do you feel that bass pulsing through your veins as the music takes over you, mind, body, and soul? Yeah, that's Zumba with Dannie. Yup, that's how we do it! If you live in the 661/818 area, come play ;)

 Fashion and fitness go hand in hand. How else are you going to look ridiculously bomb in that bodycon dress or high waisted mini mini shorts and crop? Well I suppose a healthy helping of self confidence can go a long way but that's besides the point. Aside from looking great on the outside, having a fitness regimine assists in your being all kinds of awesome on the inside too. Being fit improves your mood, your concentration, your body and your skin; those are more than enough reasons, right?

 Okay so before this starts sounding like an ad for the gym or something, lemme just get to the point. I'm a Zumba instructor, been one for over three years. You know that whole latin inspired dance party fitness craze thing with lots of Pitbull music and neon colored cargo pants? Yeah, that. It's super sic, mostly because I love dancing but also because it's pretty much the best way to burn over 600 calories in an hour while becoming a better dancer and building body confidence. It's literally a party, except the only drinks are water, though I guess it could be vodka, they pretty much look the same. Oh and I guess I should mention I lost over 55lbs doing this Zumba thing, I wrote an article about it actually.

 If you live in the 661/818 area then peep my classes and have the most fun..like ever.

(photos by noel)