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Free Writing ( 3rd ) Ghost : The Secret Lives of a Masked Rock Band

李佳霓   English Writing I   June 2 , 2025   3 20 words   Ghost : The Secret Lives of a Masked Rock Band     Ghost is a Swedish rock band famous not just for their music but also for their mysterious image. The band members always wear masks and costumes on stage, hiding their real faces. Their lead singer takes on characters like “Papa Emeritus” or “Cardinal Copia ,” wearing robes and spooky makeup. The other members are called the “Nameless Ghouls,” and none of them reveal their real names. This theatrical setup makes their concerts feel like a unique mix of music and performance art, which has helped them stand out in the rock world.     Musically, Ghost blends heavy metal, classic rock, and pop melodies, creating songs that are catchy but still dark and dramatic. Their style is often described as “doom metal meets Broadway,” which is pretty accurate given their showmanship. In 2016, Ghost won a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance with thei...

Free Writing ( 2nd ) The Rise of Quiet Luxury

李佳霓   English Writing I   June 2 , 2025   3 17 words     The Rise of Quiet Luxury     In the past, fashion trends were all about being bold. Big logos, flashy colors, and designer brands were everywhere. If someone wore a huge Gucci logo or a bright Balenciaga hoodie, it was a clear sign : “I spent money.” But recently, something has changed. Now, quiet luxury is taking over.     Quiet luxury is all about wearing high-quality clothes without showing off. The colors are neutral, the cuts are clean, and there are no big logos. It’s expensive—but it doesn’t look loud. Brands like The Row, Loro Piana, Lemaire , and Totême became popular for this style. Even on TikTok, people are calling it the “old money” look— rich, but understated.     So why is this trend growing? One reason might be that people are tired of fast fashion and trends that change too quickly. Quiet luxury feels timeless. When someone wears it, they don’t look li...

Free Writing ( 1st ) Why Vintage Feels More Authentic Than New

李佳霓   English Writing I   June 2 , 2025   3 50 words   Why Vintage Feels More Authentic Than New     Wearing vintage clothes always feels special, like slipping into a little piece of history. These pieces carry stories that new clothes simply cannot . When I wear vintage, it’s like connecting with a time before fast fashion, when clothes were made to last and meant something more. Thrifting has become super popular lately. It’s like a treasure hunt where you never know what you’ll find. Sometimes, lucky shoppers come across real vintage designer pieces—a classic Chanel bag, a Gucci jacket—that you’d usually expect to cost a fortune. Finding these gems in thrift stores or secondhand shops feels almost like winning the lottery.     But there are also pieces that look just as stylish but aren’t the real deal , often called “dupes.” Real designer vintage usually has very clear , neat labels, and sometimes special details like serial numbers ...