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I'd like to see fashion slow down a bit. What freaks me out about fashion today is the speed - the speed of consuming, the speed of ideas. When fashion moves so fast, it takes away something I always loved, which is the idea that fashion should be slightly elusive. Hard to grasp, hard to find.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Fashion should be appreciated slowly, allowing for deeper understanding and appreciation.
Raf Simons expresses concern over the rapid pace of the fashion industry, which he believes undermines the essence of fashion. He argues that the beauty of fashion lies in its elusive nature, where taking time to appreciate ideas and styles enriches the experience and understanding of fashion.
Themes
FashionSpeedElusiveIdeasConsumption
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a fashion industry panel discussion to highlight the importance of thoughtful design.
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