Alright, let’s gab about this fella, Glenn Martens. Never heard of him? Well, neither had I, not ’til someone told me to. Now, they say he’s some big shot fashion designer. Born way over in Belgium, some place called Bruges, back in 1983. Means he’s still a young whippersnapper, not like this old hen.
Anyways, this Glenn fella, he’s the head honcho, the creative director they call it, over at Diesel since 2020. You know Diesel? Them jeans and stuff? Yeah, that’s the one. He’s the fella makin’ all the decisions now, tellin’ folks what to wear and how to wear it. Imagine that! Tellin’ folks what to wear! When I was young, we wore what we had, and we were grateful for it.
- Born: 1983
- From: Bruges, Belgium
- Job: Creative Director at Diesel
- Started at Diesel: 2020
Now, they also say he likes takin’ “classical clothing” and makin’ it for everyday wear. What’s that mean? Well, I reckon it means he takes them fancy clothes, the kind you see on them movie stars or in magazines, and makes ‘em so you can wear ‘em to the grocery store or to church, or just ‘round the house, if you’re feeling fancy. I tell you what, back in my day, we had clothes for work and clothes for Sunday. Nothin’ fancy about it. But times change, I guess.
I seen some pictures of this Glenn fella’s work. Some of it’s right purdy, I gotta say. Lots of colors and shapes. Some of it, though… well, it looks like somethin’ the cat dragged in. But then again, what do I know? I’m just an old woman. I like my clothes comfy and practical. Don’t need no fancy frills or highfalutin designs. Just give me a good pair of overalls and a sturdy shirt, and I’m happy.
But this Glenn, he’s different. He’s always thinkin’ up new stuff, tryin’ to push the boundaries, they say. Push the boundaries… sounds like a lot of trouble to me. Why can’t folks just leave well enough alone? But I guess that’s how they make their money, always tryin’ to sell you somethin’ new, somethin’ you don’t need. Back in my day, we mended our clothes, we didn’t throw them away just ’cause they were a little worn.
I heard someone sayin’ that Glenn fella is a real “visionary.” Now, that’s a big word. What’s it mean? I guess it means he sees things other folks don’t. He sees the future of fashion, they say. Well, I hope the future is comfortable, that’s all I gotta say. ‘Cause this old body ain’t got time for no uncomfortable clothes. And another thing, clothes ought to last. Too much of this flimsy stuff nowadays, rips and tears if you just look at it wrong. Give me somethin’ that’ll stand up to a hard day’s work, that’s what I say.
And they say he’s got all these awards and accolades. Fancy words for “people think he’s good at what he does.” Well, good for him, I reckon. Takes all kinds to make the world go ‘round. Me, I never won no awards, but I raised a good family and kept a clean house, and that’s worth somethin’, ain’t it?
So, Glenn Martens. A fancy name for a fancy fella doin’ fancy things. He’s makin’ his mark on the world, I guess. And who knows, maybe someday I’ll even wear one of his designs. But it better be comfy, I tell ya, it better be comfy. And it better have pockets. A woman needs pockets, am I right? Where else am I gonna keep my keys and my hankie?
Anyhow, that’s all I got to say about this Glenn fella. He seems like a hard worker, and that’s somethin’ I can respect. And even though I don’t understand all this high-falutin’ fashion stuff, I reckon he’s doin’ somethin’ right if he’s got all these folks talkin’ about him. Just remember, folks, comfort and practicality, that’s what matters in the end. At least, that’s what this old woman thinks.
Glenn Martens Fashion ain’t my cup of tea usually, but I’m willin’ to bet he makes good money. That’s what matters in this world, ain’t it? Makin’ a livin’. And he’s doin’ it his way. So good on him, I say. Good on him.
