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Beyond the Cardigan

April 5th, 2023
Galina · Staff Recommendations

When you think of librarians, you might picture a stereotypical middle-aged woman in a cardigan, shushing you for daring to speak above a whisper. But as these contemporary fiction books show, librarians are actually some of the coolest and most fashionable people around. 

Why pay attention to a fashionable librarian? Well, why not? Just because someone works in a library doesn’t mean they can’t have a killer fashion sense, regardless of their gender. In fact, paying attention to the fashion choices of librarians of all genders can be quite enlightening. After all, librarians often have to balance practicality and comfort with personal style, creating unique fashion choices that reflect their personalities and the values of the library profession. So, whether you’re a fashion enthusiast, a library lover, or just someone who appreciates style, keep an eye out for the fashionable librarians in your life, regardless of their gender or appearance.

So, in short, paying attention to the fashion choices of librarians can be both fun and enlightening. It challenges stereotypes, promotes inclusivity, and helps keep the library current. Plus, who doesn’t love a librarian who can rock a killer pair of glasses? So the next time you visit your local library, take a moment to appreciate the fashion sense of the librarians who work there. You might just be inspired to try out a new look of your own!

Disclaimer: This text is written with the help of the generative large-language model ChatGPT.

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