It might just be the English major in me coming out, but I feel a little odd writing about things chronologically. Part of me wants to pick some sort of thesis and run with it instead of giving just the plot. So, I will talk about clothing. And I will probably not write a thesis statement.
The women in Cuba are beautiful. They have the ability to wear the tightest, most fantastic clothing, and pull it off without thinking twice about it. In America it seems like only people with perfect bodies feel comfortable wearing revealing clothing.. you have to be stick thin to be attractive, and if you're not, you try to hide it with baggy clothes. Here, all of the women wear tight shirts, short skirts, and crazy jewelry. The women in uniforms have suit jackets, short skirts, and funky tights and heels. We were trying to figure out exactly what the difference is between our culture and theirs which allows for such freedom (besides the weather, because that can't be the only factor) and we were thinking that it may have something to do with the media. It doesn't seem like women are told here that they need to have flat stomachs and perfectly toned thighs. They just work what their mama gave 'em with confidence, and it's awesome.
I've noticed that a lot of men wear pants that are hemmed... jeans, khakis, any kind. I'm theorizing that they buy pants that are too big then get them tailored, but I'm not sure. I feel like that's an odd question to ask someone. There's a lot more flexibility with work clothes, as far as I can see. Some of our teachers wear jeans and t-shirts to class.
In conclusion: when it comes to clothes, Cuba has its priorities straight.
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