Don't be afraid to take time to learn. It's good to work for other people. I worked for others for 20 years. They paid me to learn.
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To me, eyewear goes way beyond being a prescription. It's like makeup. It's the most incredible accessory. The shape of a frame or the color of lenses can change your whole appearance.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Eyewear is not just a medical necessity, but also a significant fashion accessory that can transform your look.
In this quote, Vera Wang emphasizes that eyewear transcends its basic function of vision correction; it is an extension of personal style, akin to makeup. She suggests that the design elements of eyewear, such as frame shape and lens color, have the power to enhance or alter one's appearance dramatically, underscoring its role as a crucial accessory in fashion.
Themes
EyewearFashionAccessoryAppearanceStyle
In practice
Example use cases
During a fashion seminar, you might say this quote to highlight the importance of eyewear as an accessory.
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