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.
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I don't think punk fashion is a specter or overemphasized - it made a big impression, as there had never been anything like it before.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Punk fashion significantly influenced culture by introducing a unique style that was unprecedented at the time.
Vivienne Westwood expresses that punk fashion should not be viewed merely as a fleeting trend or an exaggeration. Instead, it had a profound impact on the fashion landscape, being distinct and innovative, and it marked a moment in time when traditional fashion norms were challenged and redefined.
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Using this quote in a discussion about the evolution of fashion trends.
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