Showing your femininity should help your career and not go against your career. Dressing like a man, using the suit to look powerful - that was the '80s, and that didn't help women.
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We shouldn't be copying what we see. We should try to find our own sense of style, to believe in ourselves.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace your individuality instead of imitating others.
Donatella Versace emphasizes the importance of self-expression and originality in one's approach to style. Rather than simply mimicking what is already visible in the world, individuals should cultivate their own unique sense of identity and have confidence in it, thereby creating a personal style that reflects who they truly are.
Themes
StyleOriginalitySelf-BeliefIndividualityFashion
In practice
Example use cases
During a fashion workshop, you can use this quote to inspire participants to explore their unique fashion sense.
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A business woman needs a successful mix of design and practicality. I look for that special piece that sets the watch apart from the norm. I want to have something unique that differentiates itself with style and glamour.
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