Sometimes it is essential to return to what really matters: comfort and well-being, beyond appearance. At Talc, we are committed to ensuring that our clothes are not only aesthetic, but also comfortable. In this article, discover what can be the pitfalls of sophistry in fashion and, on the contrary, the beauty of epicureanism that values true pleasure and lasting well-being.
Sophism and Fashion: The Illusion of Appearance
Larousse defines sophism as an " argument which, starting from premises that are true, or judged to be true, leads to an absurd conclusion that is difficult to refute."
Applied to the field of fashion, the fallacy can be compared to ephemeral trends and rapid production cycles, as the concept of fast-fashion suggests.
These clothes, often of poor quality, only meet superficial needs, forgetting the essential: the well-being of the one who wears them. Indeed, the incessant quest for novelty, the need to differentiate ourselves, push us to focus more on external appearance than on durability and comfort.
The environmental impact of fast fashion
However, this illusion of necessity and originality masks much deeper issues. You probably already know this, but fast fashion has a considerable impact on the environment. The massive and rapid production of clothing leads to an excessive use of natural resources. The synthetic textiles used by fast fashion brands contribute greatly to plastic pollution in the oceans but also in our soils.
The greenhouse gas emissions produced by the global textile industry, beyond fast fashion, amount to 4 billion tons of CO2 equivalent. According to Ademe (French Environment and Energy Management Agency). This figure exceeds the combined carbon footprint of international flights and maritime transport. It is therefore high time to review the way we dress!
Clothes made under difficult working conditions
The pressure to produce quickly and cheaply often leads to poor working conditions in developing countries. Workers are underpaid and work in life-threatening environments, not to mention the long hours they are forced to work. These items, made with “cheap” materials, do not last over time and can cause problems for even the most sensitive skin.
Finally, on a psychological level, the pursuit of trends can lead to chronic dissatisfaction. The constant desire for new things and the rapid renewal of collections cultivate a feeling of lack and inadequacy in consumers, who are never fully satisfied with what they own.
Epicureanism: the art of living in comfort
For the Epicurean, fashion is not just about appearance. While being elegant remains important, clothes are also a means of self-expression and must be comfortable. For the Epicurean of fashion, being well-dressed means first of all feeling comfortable. Soft and breathable materials, cuts that promote freedom of movement, every detail is chosen to optimize comfort. Because after all, how can you fully appreciate the pleasures of life if you feel cramped in your clothes?
Comfortable clothes
This philosophy focuses on achieving happiness through the satisfaction of essential needs and the reduction of unnecessary desires. In other words, Epicureanism encourages us to choose clothes that bring us physical comfort above all else.
Sustainable clothing
Epicureanism in the fashion industry is also part of a sustainability approach. Thus, for the modern Epicurean, true pleasure lies in the conscious choice of clothes that not only provide comfort and well-being, but also respect the planet and the people who make them.
If one can indeed seek pleasure excessively and unreasonably as the sophist would do, it is also possible to pursue one's quest in a thoughtful and sensible manner with Epicureanism. This simply amounts to seeking true pleasure!
We might have the image of the epicurean who consumes in large quantities, without counting, because of this quest for pleasure and well-being. This is not the case of the modern epicurean, who can quite enjoy himself without being excessive!
Live in comfort and elegance with Talc clothing
The contrast between sophism and epicureanism reminds us of the importance of making conscious choices, and this also concerns the way we dress. At Talc, we try to embody this epicurean wisdom by offering clothes that go far beyond appearances, to touch on the essential: feeling good in your skin, to be the best version of yourself.
Do you want to try the adventure?
With our cocooning clothing for Men and Women , (re)discover the simple but profound pleasure of feeling good every day. T-shirts, sweatshirts, jogging suits, shirts, indoor pants, underwear and pajamas await you to enjoy the simple pleasures of life, both outside and at home.
Our clothes perfectly integrate the three essential criteria that everyone is looking for: elegance, comfort and durability. Made from quality materials, such as tencel lyocell, supima cotton and organic cotton, they respect our planet, your skin and the people who make them (in Portugal) 🍃!
