Since everything is in our heads, we had better not lose them.
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Why am I so determined to put the shoulder where it belongs? Women have very round shoulders that push forward slightly; this touches me and I say: 'One must not hide that!' Then someone tells you: 'The shoulder is on the back'. I have never seen women with shoulders on their backs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Coco Chanel emphasizes the importance of embracing one's natural form rather than conforming to societal expectations.
In this quote, Coco Chanel expresses her fierce determination to celebrate women's natural attributes, specifically their shoulders. She critiques the conventional notion of aesthetics that dictates what is deemed acceptable, advocating instead for authenticity and acceptance of one’s unique physical characteristics. Chanel suggests that true beauty lies in embracing one's individuality rather than conforming to rigid standards.
Themes
BeautyIndividualityFashionAcceptanceSelf-Expression
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a fashion show to highlight body positivity.
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