Since everything is in our heads, we had better not lose them.
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Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Fashion encompasses more than just clothing; it reflects our environment and lifestyle.
Coco Chanel emphasizes that fashion is not limited to garments but is an integral part of our everyday lives, influenced by our surroundings, ideas, and societal events. This perspective broadens the definition of fashion to include the zeitgeist and cultural expressions rather than just the material aspects of clothing.
Themes
FashionArtIdeasLifestyleSociety
In practice
Example use cases
A designer discussing the influence of urban culture on their latest collection.
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