Many men admire strong women but they don't love them. Some women succeed at being strong and also tender, but most of those who have intended to walk alone, making their own way, have lost their happiness.
Elsa SchiaparelliRead
Dresses that are truly beautiful are never unfashionable.
Interpretation
True beauty in fashion transcends time and trends.
This quote by Elsa Schiaparelli suggests that garments which encapsulate true beauty possess an inherent timelessness, making them perpetually stylish regardless of changing fashion trends. It highlights the idea that authentic beauty and creativity in design will always be valued and cherished, unlike fleeting trends that may come and go.
In practice
A fashion designer might use this quote to inspire their collection's theme.
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