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.
Vivienne WestwoodRead
My clothes have a story. They have an identity. They have a character and a purpose. That's why they become classics. Because they keep on telling a story. They are still telling it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the significance and narrative behind clothing, illustrating that garments carry emotional and historical value.
Vivienne Westwood highlights the idea that clothing is not merely a utility but a medium of expression that embodies stories and identities. Each piece of clothing has its own character and purpose, which contributes to its timelessness and the narrative it conveys to its wearers and observers, turning them into classics that continue to resonate through time.
Themes
ClothingStoryIdentityCharacterClassic
In practice
Example use cases
In a fashion show, you might use this quote to highlight the emotional connection between models and their outfits.
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