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I want to make clothes that people will wear, not styles that will make a big splash on the runway.
Oscar De La Renta
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What this quote means

The quote emphasizes creating wearable fashion over attention-seeking designs.

Oscar De La Renta expresses a commitment to functionality and accessibility in fashion design, prioritizing the practical needs of individuals over the superficial allure of high-profile runway trends. This perspective highlights the importance of clothing as a means of self-expression that serves everyday life, rather than merely a fleeting spectacle.

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FashionWearableDesignStyleFunctionalityPracticality

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be used in a fashion school presentation to emphasize the importance of designing for real people.

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