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.
Virgil AblohRead
There's a part of me that's trying to represent kids that don't necessarily have the same outlet that I have. I'm not looking towards a new demographic. I'm looking towards the demographic I came from.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a desire to advocate for children from similar backgrounds who lack opportunities.
Virgil Abloh highlights the importance of representation and advocacy for underprivileged youth. He emphasizes that his focus is not on appealing to new audiences but rather on uplifting those from his own community who may not have the same resources or outlets for self-expression.
Themes
RepresentationYouthCommunityOutletAdvocacy
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech advocating for educational reform, this quote can illustrate the importance of focusing on underprivileged communities.
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