I hate pretty. It’s a very empty word. It gives a bad name to beauty.
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Silk does for the body what diamonds do for the hand.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Luxury enhances beauty and experience, just as fine fabrics and jewelry elevate appearance.
This quote by Oscar De La Renta emphasizes the importance of luxurious materials in fashion and personal adornment. It suggests that just as diamonds can enrich a person's appearance and convey opulence, high-quality fabrics like silk offer a similar enhancement to the body, elevating both comfort and elegance in one's attire.
Themes
LuxuryFashionSilkDiamondsBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
During a fashion show, one might reference this quote to highlight the importance of quality materials.
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