Nobody holds a good opinion of a man who has a low opinion of himself.
Anthony TrollopeRead
I hold that gentleman to be the best-dressed whose dress no one observes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True elegance is understated and does not draw attention to itself.
This quote by Anthony Trollope suggests that the best-dressed person is one whose clothing is so well-composed that it blends seamlessly into the background, rather than drawing overt attention. It implies that true style is not about flaunting wealth or fashion, but rather about wearing clothes in a way that reflects confidence and grace, allowing the individual’s character to shine rather than the attire itself.
Themes
EleganceStyleUnderstatementConfidenceFashion
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a conversation about fashion choices at a clothing brand launch.
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