<p>This is ridiculous. College students do not need this kind of wardrobe to function as voice major. Those girls were saying what they would have wanted their parents to hear so they have an excuse to shop. Inevitably there are some students from very wealthy families (full pay) who have a lifestyle to maintain. If the other singers are sucked into this silliness, they are foolish. Any extra $$ should be spent on music scores, recording equipment, concert tickets, summer studies. All else is lifestyle. A long dress, a short dress, a black dress…done. </p>
<p>My family sleeps on sheets I buy because they cost a reasonable amount and fit the beds. I pay attention to who sleeps cold and who sleeps hot (jersey does not work for cold sleepers, too clingy). No complaints, except if the corners will not stay in place.</p>
<p>Image is illusory…quickly peers and teachers figure out who has what to offer professionally, their talent and work ethnic…appropriate attire for the stage which can be repeated many times and a sense of personal style with appreciation for what works best are all that is needed. </p>
<p>Performers I know use the same clothing again and again, they borrow, and they make things over to update them. This is creativity, the rest is consumption.</p>