Getting with It – Chasing Cool in Every Decade 🕶️
Primary Definition:
with it, to be/to get – To be (or become) up-to-date, and conversant with the latest style. It’s akin to tapping into the vein of contemporary trends and staying effortlessly stylish. First gained popularity in the 1920s, when it was equated with having sex appeal—kudos to Elinor Glyn and film icon Clara Bow, the “It Girl”.
Synonyms:
- In the know
- Hip
- Trendy
- Cool
- On fleek (for the younger crowd)
Antonyms:
- Out of touch
- Old-fashioned
- Behind the times
- Outdated
Similar Expressions and Related Terms:
- On the ball: Alert and knowledgeable about the current situation.
- Ahead of the curve: More advanced or innovative compared to the norm.
- In vogue: Currently fashionable.
- Fashion-forward: Ahead in trendsetting and cut a stylish figure.
Humorous Quotes:
“Trying to be modern is the most vulgar thing you can do.” —Oscar Wilde, ever the sarcastic social commentator.
“I wear black to remind you not to mess with me, because I’m already a nightmare.” —Wednesday Addams, the epitome of “with it” in her unique, gothic sphere.
Proverbs:
- “Strike while the iron is hot.” (Stay proactive and trendy lest you’re late to the game!)
- “Fortune favors the bold.” (Only the daring will remain relevant and “with it”.)
References in Literature and Pop Culture:
- “The Manchurian Candidate” (1959) by Richard Condon: “They are with it, Raymond. Believe me.”
- “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green: features teens who are undeniably “with it” in their idiosyncratic ways.
- James Bond Movies: Always the cat’s pajamas of spies, epitomizing “being with it” in gadgets, witticisms, and allure.
Suggested Reading, Songs, and Films:
Literature:
- “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” by Truman Capote: Dive into the life of Holly Golightly, ever the whimsical think piece of ’60s cool.
- “The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger: Holden Caulfield’s arcing quest against phoniness – ironic but always in vogue.
Songs:
- “Cool” by Gwen Stefani: Paints a good picture of evolving trends and holding onto that “it” factor.
- “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars: A funky homage to staying right with it in all senses.
Movies:
- Clueless (1995): An absolute rites-of-passage in knowing and getting with it in the ’90s landscape.
- Moulin Rouge! (2001): A feast for the eyes with elements of bohemian cool.
Quizzes: Let’s See if You’re with It! 🎉
Farewell, dear reader! Keep that sparkle of curiosity alive and remember: being “with it” goes beyond mere trends; it’s about sparking joy and relevance in everything you do. 🌟
- Buzz Wordsworth
