Building on my earlier thoughts about why I'm personally not thrilled with the new Nana x Vivienne Westwood collab, I want to dive a bit deeper. It's not just about the gold versus silver debate, though that's a huge point given 'None of the characters in Nana Wore Gold.' It’s about the very soul of what Nana and, arguably, Vivienne Westwood herself stood for. When I picture Nana Osaki, I see iconic silver orbital jewelry, punk elements, leather, and a raw, rebellious edge. Ren Honjo's orbital necklace is silver, a staple of their aesthetic. So, when I hear about a 'Nana x Vivian Westwood collab' pushing gold, it feels like a disconnect. It’s almost as if they’re saying, 'Real life customers that they're trying to market this to' predominantly wear gold, and so they’ll 'slap that Nana logo on there so that you buy it because you're fooled by consumerism.' But for fans who truly understand the series, this choice feels inauthentic to the characters and the world they inhabit. The OCR pointed out that if you 'make silver, not gold, you lose 50% of your audience,' but at what cost to artistic integrity and brand loyalty? Beyond just the jewelry, the article touched on a critical point: 'the idea of a Nana X Vivian Westwood collab goes against like, the very morals that are portrayed in the manga Nana to begin with.' Nana is a story about authenticity, struggle, and rejecting mainstream expectations. Vivienne Westwood, the queen of punk fashion, built her empire on rebellion and challenging the status quo. A mass-market collaboration, especially one that seems to compromise on the established aesthetic of the source material for broader appeal, feels like it dilutes that punk spirit. It makes you wonder if it's truly a tribute or just a marketing strategy. So, if you're like me and feel a bit let down by this particular 'collab,' what's a true Nana fan to do? The best advice, as highlighted in the OCR, is 'If you love Nana, go thrift some vintage Vivienne Westwood. That would be more like having Nana merch.' Thrifting allows you to find unique pieces that embody that genuine, rebellious spirit. Look for classic Vivienne Westwood orb jewelry in silver tones, iconic tartan patterns, or pieces with safety pins and bondage elements that truly reflect the punk aesthetic Nana's characters embraced. Imagine finding a vintage Orb necklace in silver or a classic VW rocking horse shoe – that feels so much more aligned with Nana Osaki's style than anything gold. When you 'give me some visuals' in my head of what Nana would wear, it's always something with history, something unique, something with a bit of a story, not necessarily something mass-produced for broad appeal. It's easy to get caught up in the hype of any 'collab,' especially when it involves beloved franchises like Nana. But this experience serves as a good reminder to be mindful of 'consumerism.' Are we buying something because we genuinely love it and it resonates with the source material, or because a popular logo has been 'slapped' onto it? For me, seeking out authentic vintage pieces or even supporting independent artists who create Nana-inspired, ethically made items feels like a more genuine way to celebrate the series and honor the rebellious spirit of both Nana and Vivienne Westwood.