Thomas Aquinas, one of the greatest minds of all time, tackled profound topics such as the nature of God and arguments for God’s existence. Yet his explorations did not stay within the metaphysical realm. He also applied practical wisdom to various issues of his day, issues that still affect Christians today, including style. Aquinas believed…

Were the priests the first fashionistas in the Bible?  The ones with the richest colors and wearing the most luxe jewels?  If they were, then God would have been the first creative director. In Exodus 28:1-2, God gives the order: “Have your brother Aaron, with his sons, come to you from the Israelites to serve…

Have you ever felt instantly elevated through an outfit, or a part of an outfit – a nice purse, good shoes or well-tailored pants? I’m sure most of us know the feeling of also being somewhat embarrassed by wearing a not-so-great outfit in public. Maybe we ran to the store in sweats or (heaven forbid)…

In this rapidly accelerating technological world, I find myself drawn even more to original art pieces. In my countless trips to museums in my area and whenever I travel, it is amazing to witness what human beings have the potential to create. Art never ceases to inspire me. I’ve grown to appreciate various forms of…

What has fashion to do with reality? I believe it has everything to do with reality. It’s a constant that shows up with me everyday. It can also act as a refreshing novelty in the mundaneness of life. I think the late fashion photographer Bill Cunningham said it well: “fashion is the armor to survive…

In biblical times we see that literally clothes carry power. In 2 Kings chapter 2, Elijah and Elisha are walking together, as Elijah will soon be taken into Heaven.  The great prophet Elijah folds his cloak and uses it to divide the water of the Jordan River, allowing both him and Elisha to walk through on…

In the beginning chapters (1-2) of the Book of Genesis, we find God creating the earth and forming the first humans.  Even though God had provided all that the first humans needed to survive and thrive, they still chose to sin and eat fruit from the forbidden tree—the tree of the knowledge of good and evil….

Fashion designer Miucca Prada wisely noted, “what you wear is how you present yourself to the world, especially today when human contacts go so fast. Fashion is instant language.”  In this fast-paced world, fashion can function as an instant language.  Fashion lets you express who you are as a person, like handing someone a business…