I wish you didn't have to design so often. Try to do quality and cut down on quantity. I think fashion is very, very important.
The fight is no longer between the classes or between rich and poor but between the idiots and the eco-conscious.
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What this quote means
The struggle now lies between those who are aware of environmental issues and those who are not, rather than solely between socio-economic classes.
Vivienne Westwood's quote highlights a significant shift in societal conflicts; it suggests that the primary battle is no longer just an economic one between the wealthy and the impoverished, but rather a fundamental clash of awareness regarding environmental issues. It emphasizes the urgency of ecological consciousness and the importance of recognizing that ignorance towards environmental degradation poses a greater threat than traditional class struggles.
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In a climate change conference to inspire action among leaders.
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Buy less. Choose well. Make it last. Quality, not quantity. Everybody's buying far too many clothes.
Instead of buying six things, buy one thing that you really like. Don't keep buying just for the sake of it.
I think it is a good thing to buy less and choose well - it's good for the environment and to be fair it's also good for me because my clothes are quite expensive.
There is a real connection between culture and climate change. We all have a part to play and if you engage with life, you will get a new set of values, get off the consumer treadmill, and start to think, and it is these great thinkers who will rescue the planet.
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