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It doesn't matter one damn bit whether fashion is art or not. You don't question whether an incredible chef is an artist or not-his cakes are delicious and that's all that matters.
Sonia Rykiel
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote emphasizes that the value of creation lies in its impact rather than its classification as art.

Sonia Rykiel's quote suggests that the worth of fashion, like culinary creations, should be assessed by the enjoyment and satisfaction they provide, rather than being labeled strictly as art. It challenges rigid definitions and invites appreciation based on experience rather than classification.

Themes

FashionArtCreativityCookingAppreciation

In practice

Example use cases

A fashion workshop discussing the creativity in design and its impact on wearers.

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