I hate pretty. Itβs a very empty word. It gives a bad name to beauty.
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There is always an emotional element to anything that you make.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art is deeply personal and influenced by emotions.
Oscar De La Renta emphasizes that every creation, whether it be fashion or any other form of art, is underpinned by emotional influences. This suggests that the artist's feelings and experiences are integral to the pieces they create, leading to a connection between the creator and the audience that transcends the physical work itself.
Themes
EmotionArtCreationInfluencePersonal
In practice
Example use cases
During an art gallery opening, one might say, 'As Oscar De La Renta suggested, there is always an emotional element to anything that you make, which makes this piece particularly striking.'
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