Dionysism

Dionysism (pronounced die-oh-ny-sis-em) is an aesthetic based on the Grecian god Dionysus, his cult, and various other aspects of Grecian life and polytheism. As the god of wine, Dionysus is supposed to spread the knowledge of how to grow grape vines. In ancient Greece, wine was one of the few goods they could produce. Because of this, Dionysus was a major deity, and it was said that he was one of the twelve gods that lived upon Mount Olympus. Temples were erected in his honor and worship of him spread throughout the Greek poleis. 
Annual festivals called Dionysia were held in the honor of Dionysus and, of course, the purpose was to relax, feast, dance, and drink wine. Some dances in honor of him were performed on oiled wineskins, which were bags made out of animal skins that were filled with wine. Dionysus loved goats, donkeys, and tigers. Not only were those animals at the Dionysia, but their skins were also danced upon. When someone fell off the oiled wineskins, everyone cheered, laughed, and drank wine. 
In place of these outdated traditions, modern Dionysism may take place at various rowdy parties where alcohol is present and modern equivalences may be toga parties and dinner parties. 
==Visual==
There are two facets to Dionysism; classical and contemporary, both explained in full below. However, the long and short of it is that classical Dionysism draws inspiration from the true Cult of Dionysus, while contemporary Dionysism draws from modern ideas of hedonism, usually stemming as a way to cope with burnout.
Note that both strains of Dionysism below have unhealthy behaviors attached to them. Whatever you do, be sure to be responsible and take care of your health.
===Classical Dionysism===
Classical Dionysism based on the original Cult of Dionysus. Think parties in the woods, dryads and satyrs, dilapidated marble statues, abandoned stone buildings full of rowdy drunks, and metal goblets filled to the brim with wine. This is almost the idealized version, but there’s no right or wrong way to do it. 
===Contemporary Dionysism===
Contemporary Dionysism is based on modern hedonism being used as a way to help with burnout. A lot of imagery comes from frat parties where everything just feels a little magical, even if it’s just the alcohol talking. Imagery includes smoking on someone’s roof, a smokey basement with colorful lighting, toga parties, running from the cops with friends, and talking with the beautiful stranger in the corner.
==Fashion ==
Dionysism has a core value of hedonism, so comfort is first and foremost in a Dionystic outfit. Classical Grecian influences are equally important. This means earthy colors like sky blues and grass greens, linen whites, and metals like copper and gold. Some common fashion aspects and clothing pieces can include:
*Loose, draping clothing
*No or little makeup
*Lounge clothing like oversize shirts and sweatpants
*Togas and capes, sometimes made from everyday objects like sheets or blankets
*Flowy, long dresses, tunics, and skirts in light colors
*Elbow-length gloves made with soft silk
*Whatever’s comfortable!
===Pinterest Boards ===
* Dionysus by Kyla Kelley
* ae: the cult of dionysus - 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙙𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙮𝙨𝙪𝙨 by 🦢𝖆𝖒𝖊𝖘
* myth | aesthetic - dionysus by antigonies
* div | amethyst & dionysus by Rehana Asmi
* Dionysus Aesthetic by Pαllαs Athenα
* dionysus by r.
==Activities==
* Reading classic Grecian myths and poems, such as The Iliad and The Odyssey
* Learning an instrument like the harp, flute, or acoustic guitar
*Smoking or drinking with friends (again, please be responsible when using intoxicants)
*Hanging out in the forest
* Going to parties
*Staying up and waking up late
== Media==
===Movies ===
*Sideways (2004)
*Summer Lovers (1982)
*The Bacchantes (1961)
*Animal House (1978)
===TV shows===
Under contsruction
==Music==
===Artists===
*Panic! At The Disco
*The Orion Experience
===Albums===
*Death of a Bachelor by Panic! At The Disco
*From Under the Cork Tree by Fall Out Boy
*Lust for Life by Lana Del Rey
===Songs===
*"Dionysus" by BTS
*"Roaring 20s" by Panic! At The Disco
*"Don't Threaten Me with a Good Time" by Panic! At The Disco
*"Do It All The Time" by IDONTKNOWHOWBUTTHEYFOUNDME
*"TiK ToK" by Ke$ha
*"Die Young" by Ke$ha
*"Dance, Dance" by Fall Out Boy
*"Lust for Life" by Lana Del Rey
*"House of Aesmodeus" from Helluva Boss
*"Montero" by Lil Nas X
*"Tonight Tonight" by Hot Chelle Rae
*"The Fall" by Lovejoy
*"Addict" by Silvia Hound (ft. Micheal Kovach)
*"The Bidding" by tallyhall
*"Sour Grapes" by LE SSERAFIM
*"NICE" by The Carters
*"Alone" by Halsey
*"Loyalty" by Kendrick Lamar ft. RIhanna
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===Playlists===
* Greek Gods: Dionysus by Alysia | Spotify
* POV: ur in the cult of Dionysus by Toast Being | Spotify
* cult of dionysus type shit by Kwik | Spotify
* Dionysism Aesthetic by Mayra | Spotify
* THE CULT OF DiONYSUS by ruxandra elena | Spotify
* Dionysus Devotional Playlist by Mothlad Draws | YouTube
* 🍷A spicy Dionysus playlist🍷 by ☀️Hecate's magic potion shop☀️ | YouTube
* Dionysus Playlist 🍇🍷🌱🐆🎉🍾🌲🎇🎆🏳️‍⚧️ by FandomsMythos Trash | YouTube
* Dionysus/Bacchus Playlist by lauren gray | YouTube
* Dionysus playlist by Moth💕 | YouTube
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