Pink isn’t the only hot color this month – in addition to being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. That’s why women and collegiettes™ everywhere are wearing purple on October 19th to spread the word that abuse is not love.
Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors — physical, sexual, psychological, and economic coercion — used by one intimate partner against another (adult or adolescent) to gain, maintain, or regain power and control in the relationship. Batterers use of a range of tactics to frighten, terrorize, manipulate, hurt, humiliate, blame, often injure, and sometimes kill a current or former intimate partner.
Want to show your support? There are plenty of cute ways to incorporate purple into your wardrobe this October 19th.
Tights (Modcloth, $14.99) Jewel-toned tights have staying power this fall – great for colorblocking too!
Pencil Skirt (H&M) In this classic cut, this bold color is still internship-appropriate.
Knit Beret (Old Navy, $10.50) Bed head? Tame your tresses with this cute beanie.
Circle Scarf (H&M) The most convenient fall accessory ever?
Nicole by OPI Nail Polish (Target, $7.04) Not one for bright clothing? Add some subtle shimmer with this polish.
Cashmere Scarf (Uniqlo, $47.00) Or you know, substitute a pashmina from a street vendor.
Will you wear purple on October 19th?
If you are in danger, please call 911 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233 or TTY (800) 787-3224.
Click here for more on how to combat domestic violence in NYC.