I love the entire ritual of getting dressed. When we do a fashion show, we try to send out a message; we couldn't do that without the hair and makeup. The whole is equal to the sum of its parts.
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Life is a fashion show, the world is your runway.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is about expressing yourself and making the most of your presence in the world.
This quote emphasizes that life should be approached with creativity and confidence, much like a fashion show where individuals showcase their unique styles and personalities. It suggests that we should treat the world as a stage to express ourselves and embrace our individuality, encouraging self-expression and boldness in our daily lives.
Themes
LifeFashionExpressionIndividualityConfidence
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could inspire someone to dress boldly for a job interview.
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I love my life. I can't believe I work in New York and Paris. That I work for Louis Vuitton. That I work for Marc Jacobs. It seems really weird every time I say my full name - like, that's me, and every time I hear the receptionist say my name, it's still weird.
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Fashion isn't a necessity. It pulls at your heart. It's a whim. You don't need it. You want it.
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Fashion is such a fairytale and it is such a fantasy. And it's about metamorphosis and sort of changing yourself and playing a part that you want people to see.
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