The concept with Off-White is that I have no ideal target. It's more about trying to make something for everyone. And I think that's what helps make it unique. That there isn't a specific muse.
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There's no line between a designer and consumer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The roles of designer and consumer are interconnected and fluid rather than distinct and separate.
Virgil Abloh's quote emphasizes the blurred boundaries between those who create design and those who consume it, suggesting that they influence one another in a dynamic relationship. This interconnectedness allows for a deeper understanding of both creation and consumption, highlighting the importance of collaboration and feedback in the design process.
Themes
DesignConsumerInterconnectednessCollaborationInfluence
In practice
Example use cases
In a design workshop, the facilitator quoted Virgil Abloh to explain the importance of feedback from users.
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